Helena Middle vs Thompson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 7.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helena Middle
Helena · Public middle · Grades 6–8
957 students
Thompson Middle School
Alabaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,444 students
| Measure | Helena Middle Helena, Alabama | Thompson Middle School Alabaster, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 263 | #68 of 263 |
| National rank | #3079 of 15,369 | #6358 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 957 | 1,444 |
| Enrollment | 957 | 1,444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.5% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 61% |
| city | Helena | Alabaster |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Helena Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 56.0).
- •Helena Middle does better on math proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •Helena Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Helena Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.5% vs 52.6%).
- •Thompson Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 18.4).
- •Thompson Middle School is the larger school with 1,444 students compared with 957.
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 Helena Middle better than Thompson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Helena Middle ranks higher (71.2 vs 56.0 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 Helena Middle and Thompson Middle School?
About 7.2 km in a straight line, between Helena and Alabaster in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helena Middle: 957. Thompson Middle School: 1,444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helena Middle and Thompson Middle School rank in Alabama?
Helena Middle is 25th of 263 and Thompson Middle School is 68th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).