Hayden High School vs Oak Grove High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 59 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayden High School
Hayden · Public high · Grades 8–12
798 students
Oak Grove High School
Bessemer · Public high · Grades 6–12
777 students
| Measure | Hayden High School Hayden, Alabama | Oak Grove High School Bessemer, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 304 | #121 of 304 |
| National rank | #6006 of 16,910 | #9924 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 798 | 777 |
| Enrollment | 798 | 777 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 33% |
| city | Hayden | Bessemer |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hayden High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 44.1).
- •Hayden High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 33%).
- •Hayden High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Hayden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 40%).
- •Oak Grove High School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 19.5).
- •Hayden High School is the larger school with 798 students compared with 777.
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 Hayden High School better than Oak Grove High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hayden High School ranks higher (59.2 vs 44.1 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 Hayden High School and Oak Grove High School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Hayden and Bessemer in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hayden High School: 798. Oak Grove High School: 777. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hayden High School and Oak Grove High School rank in Alabama?
Hayden High School is 40th of 304 and Oak Grove High School is 121st of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).