Central High School vs Hayden High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 105 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Tuscaloosa · Public high · Grades 9–12
796 students
Hayden High School
Hayden · Public high · Grades 8–12
798 students
| Measure | Central High School Tuscaloosa, Alabama | Hayden High School Hayden, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #263 of 304 | #40 of 304 |
| National rank | #15603 of 16,910 | #6006 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 796 | 798 |
| Enrollment | 796 | 798 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 53% |
| city | Tuscaloosa | Hayden |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hayden High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 18.0).
- •Hayden High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 22%).
- •Hayden High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 22%).
- •Hayden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 78.1%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 19.5).
- •Hayden High School is the larger school with 798 students compared with 796.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central High School better than Hayden High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hayden High School ranks higher (59.2 vs 18.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central High School and Hayden High School?
About 105 km in a straight line, between Tuscaloosa and Hayden in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 796. Hayden High School: 798. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Hayden High School rank in Alabama?
Central High School is 263rd of 304 and Hayden High School is 40th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).