Colbert County High School vs Susan Moore High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 121 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
Susan Moore High School
Blountsville · Public high · Grades 7–12
440 students
| Measure | Colbert County High School Leighton, Alabama | Susan Moore High School Blountsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 304 | #244 of 304 |
| National rank | #12650 of 16,910 | #14790 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 438 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Leighton | Blountsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colbert County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 22.9).
- •Colbert County High School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Colbert County High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Colbert County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 64.1%).
- •Colbert County High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 18.3).
- •Susan Moore High School is the larger school with 440 students compared with 438.
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 Susan Moore High School?
On the Success Index (US), Colbert County High School ranks higher (33.0 vs 22.9 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 Colbert County High School and Susan Moore High School?
About 121 km in a straight line, between Leighton and Blountsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colbert County High School: 438. Susan Moore High School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colbert County High School and Susan Moore High School rank in Alabama?
Colbert County High School is 193rd of 304 and Susan Moore High School is 244th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).