Gardendale High School vs Pelham High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gardendale High School
Gardendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,076 students
Pelham High School
Pelham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,076 students
| Measure | Gardendale High School Gardendale, Alabama | Pelham High School Pelham, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #98 of 304 | #62 of 304 |
| National rank | #9307 of 16,910 | #7139 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,076 | 1,076 |
| Enrollment | 1,076 | 1,076 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 43.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| city | Gardendale | Pelham |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pelham High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 46.5).
- •Pelham High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Pelham High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Gardendale High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 43.2%).
- •Pelham High School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 18.6).
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 Gardendale High School better than Pelham High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pelham High School ranks higher (54.7 vs 46.5 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 Gardendale High School and Pelham High School?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Gardendale and Pelham in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardendale High School: 1,076. Pelham High School: 1,076. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardendale High School and Pelham High School rank in Alabama?
Gardendale High School is 98th of 304 and Pelham High School is 62nd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).