Gadsden Middle School vs Hayden Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gadsden Middle School
Gadsden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
438 students
Hayden Middle School
Hayden · Public middle · Grades 5–7
437 students
| Measure | Gadsden Middle School Gadsden, Alabama | Hayden Middle School Hayden, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 263 | #59 of 263 |
| National rank | #9339 of 15,369 | #5905 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 438 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 46% |
| city | Gadsden | Hayden |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hayden Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.0 vs 42.2).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 63.9%).
- •Gadsden Middle School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 437.
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 Gadsden Middle School better than Hayden Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hayden Middle School ranks higher (58.0 vs 42.2 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 Gadsden Middle School and Hayden Middle School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Gadsden and Hayden in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gadsden Middle School: 438. Hayden Middle School: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gadsden Middle School and Hayden Middle School rank in Alabama?
Gadsden Middle School is 137th of 263 and Hayden Middle School is 59th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).