Gaston High School vs Phil Campbell High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 167 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gaston High School
Gadsden · Public high · Grades 7–12
380 students
Phil Campbell High School
Phil Campbell · Public high · Grades 7–12
382 students
| Measure | Gaston High School Gadsden, Alabama | Phil Campbell High School Phil Campbell, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 304 | #223 of 304 |
| National rank | #12910 of 16,910 | #13629 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 380 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Gadsden | Phil Campbell |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaston High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 28.7).
- •Gaston High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Gaston High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 33%).
- •Phil Campbell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 63.9%).
- •Phil Campbell High School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 20.0).
- •Phil Campbell High School is the larger school with 382 students compared with 380.
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 Gaston High School better than Phil Campbell High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gaston High School ranks higher (31.9 vs 28.7 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 Gaston High School and Phil Campbell High School?
About 167 km in a straight line, between Gadsden and Phil Campbell in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaston High School: 380. Phil Campbell High School: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaston High School and Phil Campbell High School rank in Alabama?
Gaston High School is 201st of 304 and Phil Campbell High School is 223rd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).