Cordova High School vs Madison County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 128 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cordova High School
Cordova · Public high · Grades 9–12
451 students
Madison County High School
Gurley · Public high · Grades 9–12
451 students
| Measure | Cordova High School Cordova, Alabama | Madison County High School Gurley, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #190 of 304 | #41 of 304 |
| National rank | #12430 of 16,910 | #6013 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 451 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 451 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 35% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 57% |
| city | Cordova | Gurley |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 34.0).
- •Madison County High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Madison County High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Madison County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35% vs 51.7%).
- •Madison County High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 19.6).
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 Cordova High School better than Madison County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Madison County High School ranks higher (59.2 vs 34.0 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 Cordova High School and Madison County High School?
About 128 km in a straight line, between Cordova and Gurley in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cordova High School: 451. Madison County High School: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cordova High School and Madison County High School rank in Alabama?
Cordova High School is 190th of 304 and Madison County High School is 41st of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).