Houston County High School vs Piedmont High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 297 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
Piedmont High School
Piedmont · Public high · Grades 9–12
315 students
| Measure | Houston County High School Columbia, Alabama | Piedmont High School Piedmont, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 304 | #133 of 304 |
| National rank | #11913 of 16,910 | #10318 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 322 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 56.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| city | Columbia | Piedmont |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Piedmont High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 36.2).
- •Piedmont High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Piedmont High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.5% vs 74.2%).
- •Houston County High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.5).
- •Houston County High School is the larger school with 322 students compared with 315.
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 Piedmont High School?
On the Success Index (US), Piedmont High School ranks higher (42.6 vs 36.2 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 Houston County High School and Piedmont High School?
About 297 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Piedmont in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston County High School: 322. Piedmont High School: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston County High School and Piedmont High School rank in Alabama?
Houston County High School is 174th of 304 and Piedmont High School is 133rd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).