Fayette County High School vs Handley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 235 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fayette County High School
Fayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
366 students
Handley High School
Roanoke · Public high · Grades 9–12
366 students
| Measure | Fayette County High School Fayette, Alabama | Handley High School Roanoke, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #90 of 304 | #150 of 304 |
| National rank | #8792 of 16,910 | #11139 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 366 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Fayette | Roanoke |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fayette County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.4 vs 39.2).
- •Fayette County High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Fayette County High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Fayette County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 61.2%).
- •Handley High School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.3).
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 Fayette County High School better than Handley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fayette County High School ranks higher (48.4 vs 39.2 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 Fayette County High School and Handley High School?
About 235 km in a straight line, between Fayette and Roanoke in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fayette County High School: 366. Handley High School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fayette County High School and Handley High School rank in Alabama?
Fayette County High School is 90th of 304 and Handley High School is 150th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).