EXCEL Academy vs Phillips High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 183 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
EXCEL Academy
Anniston · Public high · Grades 6–12
196 students
Phillips High School
Bear Creek · Public high · Grades 7–12
200 students
| Measure | EXCEL Academy Anniston, Alabama | Phillips High School Bear Creek, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #208 of 304 | #209 of 304 |
| National rank | #13113 of 16,910 | #13122 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 196 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 196 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 32.7 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Anniston | Bear Creek |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.0 vs 31.0).
- •EXCEL Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 67%).
- •Phillips High School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 32.7).
- •Phillips High School is the larger school with 200 students compared with 196.
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 EXCEL Academy better than Phillips 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 EXCEL Academy and Phillips High School?
About 183 km in a straight line, between Anniston and Bear Creek in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
EXCEL Academy: 196. Phillips High School: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do EXCEL Academy and Phillips High School rank in Alabama?
EXCEL Academy is 208th of 304 and Phillips High School is 209th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).