Fairhope Middle School vs Northridge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 308 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairhope Middle School
Fairhope · Public middle · Grades 7–8
775 students
Northridge Middle School
Tuscaloosa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
775 students
| Measure | Fairhope Middle School Fairhope, Alabama | Northridge Middle School Tuscaloosa, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #9 of 263 | #33 of 263 |
| National rank | #1229 of 15,369 | #3694 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 775 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 775 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.2% | 39.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 64% |
| city | Fairhope | Tuscaloosa |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairhope Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 68.4).
- •Fairhope Middle School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 64%).
- •Fairhope Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Fairhope Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.2% vs 39.1%).
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 Fairhope Middle School better than Northridge Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairhope Middle School ranks higher (81.6 vs 68.4 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 Fairhope Middle School and Northridge Middle School?
About 308 km in a straight line, between Fairhope and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairhope Middle School: 775. Northridge Middle School: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairhope Middle School and Northridge Middle School rank in Alabama?
Fairhope Middle School is 9th of 263 and Northridge Middle School is 33rd of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).