Elvin Hill Elementary School vs Shelby County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 395 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elvin Hill Elementary School
Columbiana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
534 students
Shelby County High School
Columbiana · Public high · Grades 9–12
572 students
| Measure | Elvin Hill Elementary School Columbiana, Alabama | Shelby County High School Columbiana, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #402 of 699 | #118 of 304 |
| National rank | #29947 of 50,301 | #9844 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 534 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 47% |
| city | Columbiana | Columbiana |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shelby County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 43.0).
- •Shelby County High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 43%).
- •Elvin Hill Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Shelby County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 67%).
- •Shelby County High School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.7).
- •Shelby County High School is the larger school with 572 students compared with 534.
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 Elvin Hill Elementary School better than Shelby County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Shelby County High School ranks higher (44.4 vs 43.0 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 Elvin Hill Elementary School and Shelby County High School?
About 395 m in a straight line, between Columbiana and Columbiana in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elvin Hill Elementary School: 534. Shelby County High School: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elvin Hill Elementary School and Shelby County High School rank in Alabama?
Elvin Hill Elementary School is 402nd of 699 and Shelby County High School is 118th of 304 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).