Columbia High School vs Decatur High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 29 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia High School
Huntsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
916 students
Decatur High School
Decatur · Public high · Grades 9–12
915 students
| Measure | Columbia High School Huntsville, Alabama | Decatur High School Decatur, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 304 | #151 of 304 |
| National rank | #13673 of 16,910 | #11160 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 916 | 915 |
| Enrollment | 916 | 915 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.5% | 63.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 41% |
| city | Huntsville | Decatur |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Decatur High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.1 vs 28.4).
- •Decatur High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 27%).
- •Decatur High School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Columbia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.5% vs 63.3%).
- •Decatur High School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 17.0).
- •Columbia High School is the larger school with 916 students compared with 915.
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 Columbia High School better than Decatur High School?
On the Success Index (US), Decatur High School ranks higher (39.1 vs 28.4 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 Columbia High School and Decatur High School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Huntsville and Decatur in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High School: 916. Decatur High School: 915. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High School and Decatur High School rank in Alabama?
Columbia High School is 225th of 304 and Decatur High School is 151st of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).