Clements High School vs Sumter Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 268 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clements High School
Athens · Public high · Grades 6–12
525 students
Sumter Central High School
York · Public high · Grades 5–12
526 students
| Measure | Clements High School Athens, Alabama | Sumter Central High School York, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #155 of 304 | #284 of 304 |
| National rank | #11339 of 16,910 | #16133 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 5–12 |
| Students | 525 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.7% | 85.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 12% |
| city | Athens | York |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clements High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 14.5).
- •Clements High School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 12%).
- •Clements High School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 22%).
- •Clements High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.7% vs 85.2%).
- •Clements High School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 17.0).
- •Sumter Central High School is the larger school with 526 students compared with 525.
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 Clements High School better than Sumter Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Clements High School ranks higher (38.4 vs 14.5 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 Clements High School and Sumter Central High School?
About 268 km in a straight line, between Athens and York in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clements High School: 525. Sumter Central High School: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clements High School and Sumter Central High School rank in Alabama?
Clements High School is 155th of 304 and Sumter Central High School is 284th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).