Jacksonville High School vs Pleasant Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 7–12
756 students
Pleasant Valley High School
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 7–12
393 students
| Measure | Jacksonville High School Jacksonville, Alabama | Pleasant Valley High School Jacksonville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 304 | #59 of 304 |
| National rank | #6845 of 16,910 | #6979 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 756 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 756 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 44.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 49% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.8 vs 55.2).
- •Jacksonville High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 49%).
- •Pleasant Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Jacksonville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 44.8%).
- •Jacksonville High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.1).
- •Jacksonville High School is the larger school with 756 students compared with 393.
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 Jacksonville High School better than Pleasant Valley High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jacksonville High School and Pleasant Valley High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jacksonville High School: 756. Pleasant Valley High School: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jacksonville High School and Pleasant Valley High School rank in Alabama?
Jacksonville High School is 56th of 304 and Pleasant Valley High School is 59th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).