Central High School vs Hillcrest High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 7.6 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
Hillcrest High School
Tuscaloosa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,434 students
| Measure | Central High School Tuscaloosa, Alabama | Hillcrest High School Tuscaloosa, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #263 of 304 | #100 of 304 |
| National rank | #15603 of 16,910 | #9331 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 796 | 1,434 |
| Enrollment | 796 | 1,434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 50.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 49% |
| city | Tuscaloosa | Tuscaloosa |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 18.0).
- •Hillcrest High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 22%).
- •Hillcrest High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 22%).
- •Hillcrest High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.1% vs 78.1%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 18.2).
- •Hillcrest High School is the larger school with 1,434 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 Hillcrest High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest High School ranks higher (46.4 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 Hillcrest High School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Tuscaloosa and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 796. Hillcrest High School: 1,434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Hillcrest High School rank in Alabama?
Central High School is 263rd of 304 and Hillcrest High School is 100th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).