Colbert County High School vs Dale County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 420 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colbert County High School
Leighton · Public high · Grades 7–12
438 students
Dale County High School
Midland City · Public high · Grades 9–12
437 students
| Measure | Colbert County High School Leighton, Alabama | Dale County High School Midland City, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 304 | #185 of 304 |
| National rank | #12650 of 16,910 | #12277 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 438 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 59% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 37% |
| city | Leighton | Midland City |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dale County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 33.0).
- •Dale County High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Dale County High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Dale County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59% vs 59.8%).
- •Colbert County High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 19.0).
- •Colbert County High School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 437.
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 Colbert County High School better than Dale County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dale County High School ranks higher (34.6 vs 33.0 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 Colbert County High School and Dale County High School?
About 420 km in a straight line, between Leighton and Midland City in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colbert County High School: 438. Dale County High School: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colbert County High School and Dale County High School rank in Alabama?
Colbert County High School is 193rd of 304 and Dale County High School is 185th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).