Houston County High School vs Midfield High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 294 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston County High School
Columbia · Public high · Grades 7–12
322 students
Midfield High School
Midfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
327 students
| Measure | Houston County High School Columbia, Alabama | Midfield High School Midfield, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 304 | #300 of 304 |
| National rank | #11913 of 16,910 | #16566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 322 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 7.5% |
| city | Columbia | Midfield |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houston County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 10.5).
- •Houston County High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 7.5%).
- •Houston County High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 7.5%).
- •Houston County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.2% vs 83.5%).
- •Houston County High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 18.2).
- •Midfield High School is the larger school with 327 students compared with 322.
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 Houston County High School better than Midfield High School?
On the Success Index (US), Houston County High School ranks higher (36.2 vs 10.5 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 Houston County High School and Midfield High School?
About 294 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Midfield in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston County High School: 322. Midfield High School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston County High School and Midfield High School rank in Alabama?
Houston County High School is 174th of 304 and Midfield High School is 300th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).