Elkmont High School vs West Limestone High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkmont High School
Elkmont · Public high · Grades 6–12
597 students
West Limestone High School
Lester · Public high · Grades 6–12
736 students
| Measure | Elkmont High School Elkmont, Alabama | West Limestone High School Lester, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 304 | #165 of 304 |
| National rank | #11766 of 16,910 | #11633 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 597 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 57.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 39% |
| city | Elkmont | Lester |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.8 vs 37.4).
- •West Limestone High School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •West Limestone High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.3% vs 64.8%).
- •Elkmont High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 18.4).
- •West Limestone High School is the larger school with 736 students compared with 597.
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 Elkmont High School better than West Limestone High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Elkmont High School and West Limestone High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Elkmont and Lester in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkmont High School: 597. West Limestone High School: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkmont High School and West Limestone High School rank in Alabama?
Elkmont High School is 168th of 304 and West Limestone High School is 165th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).