Deshler Middle School vs Highland Park Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deshler Middle School
Tuscumbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
336 students
Highland Park Elementary School
Muscle Shoals · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
236 students
| Measure | Deshler Middle School Tuscumbia, Alabama | Highland Park Elementary School Muscle Shoals, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #99 of 263 | #282 of 699 |
| National rank | #7624 of 15,369 | #23908 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 336 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.2% | 44.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Tuscumbia | Muscle Shoals |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Park Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.8 vs 50.1).
- •Highland Park Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 51.2%).
- •Deshler Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 18.2).
- •Deshler Middle School is the larger school with 336 students compared with 236.
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 Deshler Middle School better than Highland Park Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Park Elementary School ranks higher (51.8 vs 50.1 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 Deshler Middle School and Highland Park Elementary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Tuscumbia and Muscle Shoals in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deshler Middle School: 336. Highland Park Elementary School: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deshler Middle School and Highland Park Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Deshler Middle School is 99th of 263 and Highland Park Elementary School is 282nd of 699 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).