Colbert County High School vs Leighton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 245 m 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
Leighton Elementary School
Leighton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
355 students
| Measure | Colbert County High School Leighton, Alabama | Leighton Elementary School Leighton, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 304 | #525 of 699 |
| National rank | #12650 of 16,910 | #38482 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 438 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 61.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| city | Leighton | Leighton |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colbert County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 30.1).
- •Leighton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Colbert County High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Colbert County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 61.4%).
- •Leighton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.6).
- •Colbert County High School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 355.
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 Leighton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Colbert County High School ranks higher (33.0 vs 30.1 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 Leighton Elementary School?
About 245 m in a straight line, between Leighton and Leighton in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colbert County High School: 438. Leighton Elementary School: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colbert County High School and Leighton Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Colbert County High School is 193rd of 304 and Leighton Elementary School is 525th of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).