Elba High School vs Marion County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 330 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elba High School
Elba · Public high · Grades 7–12
224 students
Marion County High School
Guin · Public high · Grades 7–12
223 students
| Measure | Elba High School Elba, Alabama | Marion County High School Guin, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #159 of 304 | #67 of 304 |
| National rank | #11453 of 16,910 | #7568 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 224 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 224 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Elba | Guin |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.1 vs 38.0).
- •Marion County High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Marion County High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Marion County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 68.8%).
- •Elba High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 18.6).
- •Elba High School is the larger school with 224 students compared with 223.
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 Elba High School better than Marion County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Marion County High School ranks higher (53.1 vs 38.0 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 Elba High School and Marion County High School?
About 330 km in a straight line, between Elba and Guin in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elba High School: 224. Marion County High School: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elba High School and Marion County High School rank in Alabama?
Elba High School is 159th of 304 and Marion County High School is 67th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).