Handley High School vs West Blocton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 164 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Handley High School
Roanoke · Public high · Grades 9–12
366 students
West Blocton High School
West Blocton · Public high · Grades 9–12
368 students
| Measure | Handley High School Roanoke, Alabama | West Blocton High School West Blocton, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #150 of 304 | #132 of 304 |
| National rank | #11139 of 16,910 | #10268 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 366 | 368 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 368 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.2% | 43.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Roanoke | West Blocton |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Blocton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 39.2).
- •West Blocton High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Handley High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •West Blocton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 61.2%).
- •Handley High School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.0).
- •West Blocton High School is the larger school with 368 students compared with 366.
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 Handley High School better than West Blocton High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Blocton High School ranks higher (42.8 vs 39.2 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 Handley High School and West Blocton High School?
About 164 km in a straight line, between Roanoke and West Blocton in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Handley High School: 366. West Blocton High School: 368. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Handley High School and West Blocton High School rank in Alabama?
Handley High School is 150th of 304 and West Blocton High School is 132nd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).