Clanton Intermediate School vs Rainbow Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 135 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clanton Intermediate School
Clanton · Public middle · Grades 4–6
630 students
Rainbow Middle School
Rainbow City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
634 students
| Measure | Clanton Intermediate School Clanton, Alabama | Rainbow Middle School Rainbow City, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #94 of 263 | #53 of 263 |
| National rank | #7450 of 15,369 | #5624 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 630 | 634 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60% | 40.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| city | Clanton | Rainbow City |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rainbow Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 50.9).
- •Clanton Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Rainbow Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 50%).
- •Rainbow Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.2% vs 60%).
- •Clanton Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 20.5).
- •Rainbow Middle School is the larger school with 634 students compared with 630.
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 Clanton Intermediate School better than Rainbow Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rainbow Middle School ranks higher (59.4 vs 50.9 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 Clanton Intermediate School and Rainbow Middle School?
About 135 km in a straight line, between Clanton and Rainbow City in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clanton Intermediate School: 630. Rainbow Middle School: 634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clanton Intermediate School and Rainbow Middle School rank in Alabama?
Clanton Intermediate School is 94th of 263 and Rainbow Middle School is 53rd of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).