Central Jr High School of Clay County vs The RBHudson STEAM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Jr High School of Clay County
Lineville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
282 students
The RBHudson STEAM Academy
Selma · Public middle · Grades 7–8
279 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School of Clay County Lineville, Alabama | The RBHudson STEAM Academy Selma, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 263 | #231 of 263 |
| National rank | #11072 of 15,369 | #14410 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 282 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 282 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 93.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 12% |
| city | Lineville | Selma |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Jr High School of Clay County scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.0 vs 16.2).
- •Central Jr High School of Clay County does better on math proficiency (34% vs 12%).
- •Central Jr High School of Clay County does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 21%).
- •Central Jr High School of Clay County does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 93.2%).
- •The RBHudson STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 17.6).
- •Central Jr High School of Clay County is the larger school with 282 students compared with 279.
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 Jr High School of Clay County better than The RBHudson STEAM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Central Jr High School of Clay County ranks higher (34.0 vs 16.2 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 Jr High School of Clay County and The RBHudson STEAM Academy?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Lineville and Selma in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School of Clay County: 282. The RBHudson STEAM Academy: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School of Clay County and The RBHudson STEAM Academy rank in Alabama?
Central Jr High School of Clay County is 179th of 263 and The RBHudson STEAM Academy is 231st of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).