George Washington Carver High School vs Hudson KEight School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver High School
Birmingham · Public high · Grades 9–12
570 students
Hudson KEight School
Birmingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
580 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver High School Birmingham, Alabama | Hudson KEight School Birmingham, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 304 | #697 of 699 |
| National rank | #15702 of 16,910 | #49125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 570 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.6% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| city | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Carver High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.4 vs 11.2).
- •Hudson KEight School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Hudson KEight School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •George Washington Carver High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.6% vs 87.1%).
- •George Washington Carver High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 19.3).
- •Hudson KEight School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 570.
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 George Washington Carver High School better than Hudson KEight School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Carver High School ranks higher (17.4 vs 11.2 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 George Washington Carver High School and Hudson KEight School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver High School: 570. Hudson KEight School: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver High School and Hudson KEight School rank in Alabama?
George Washington Carver High School is 268th of 304 and Hudson KEight School is 697th of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).