George Washington Carver High School vs Shelby County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 47 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
Shelby County High School
Columbiana · Public high · Grades 9–12
572 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver High School Birmingham, Alabama | Shelby County High School Columbiana, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 304 | #118 of 304 |
| National rank | #15702 of 16,910 | #9844 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 570 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.6% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 47% |
| city | Birmingham | Columbiana |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shelby County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 17.4).
- •Shelby County High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 12%).
- •Shelby County High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Shelby County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 81.6%).
- •Shelby County High School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.6).
- •Shelby County High School is the larger school with 572 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 Shelby County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Shelby County High School ranks higher (44.4 vs 17.4 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 Shelby County High School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Columbiana in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver High School: 570. Shelby County High School: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver High School and Shelby County High School rank in Alabama?
George Washington Carver High School is 268th of 304 and Shelby County High School is 118th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).