Dale County High School vs South Dale Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dale County High School
Midland City · Public high · Grades 9–12
437 students
South Dale Middle School
Pinckard · Public middle · Grades 5–8
412 students
| Measure | Dale County High School Midland City, Alabama | South Dale Middle School Pinckard, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 304 | #126 of 263 |
| National rank | #12277 of 16,910 | #8878 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 437 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59% | 69.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| city | Midland City | Pinckard |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Dale Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 34.6).
- •South Dale Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •South Dale Middle School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Dale County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59% vs 69.7%).
- •Dale County High School does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 22.9).
- •Dale County High School is the larger school with 437 students compared with 412.
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 Dale County High School better than South Dale Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Dale Middle School ranks higher (44.3 vs 34.6 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 Dale County High School and South Dale Middle School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Midland City and Pinckard in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dale County High School: 437. South Dale Middle School: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dale County High School and South Dale Middle School rank in Alabama?
Dale County High School is 185th of 304 and South Dale Middle School is 126th of 263 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).