Florence High School vs Fort Payne High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 186 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Florence High School
Florence · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,101 students
Fort Payne High School
Fort Payne · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,106 students
| Measure | Florence High School Florence, Alabama | Fort Payne High School Fort Payne, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 304 | #152 of 304 |
| National rank | #9305 of 16,910 | #11164 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,101 | 1,106 |
| Enrollment | 1,101 | 1,106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| city | Florence | Fort Payne |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Florence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 39.1).
- •Florence High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Florence High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 45%).
- •Florence High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 62.2%).
- •Fort Payne High School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 17.8).
- •Fort Payne High School is the larger school with 1,106 students compared with 1,101.
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 Florence High School better than Fort Payne High School?
On the Success Index (US), Florence High School ranks higher (46.5 vs 39.1 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 Florence High School and Fort Payne High School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Florence and Fort Payne in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence High School: 1,101. Fort Payne High School: 1,106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence High School and Fort Payne High School rank in Alabama?
Florence High School is 97th of 304 and Fort Payne High School is 152nd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).