James Clemens High School vs Liberty Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Clemens High School
Madison · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,159 students
Liberty Middle School
Madison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,103 students
| Measure | James Clemens High School Madison, Alabama | Liberty Middle School Madison, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #11 of 304 | #8 of 263 |
| National rank | #2130 of 16,910 | #1205 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,159 | 1,103 |
| Enrollment | 2,159 | 1,103 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.3% | 22.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 75% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Liberty Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 75.1).
- •James Clemens High School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 75%).
- •Liberty Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Liberty Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.6% vs 23.3%).
- •Liberty Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 18.0).
- •James Clemens High School is the larger school with 2,159 students compared with 1,103.
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 James Clemens High School better than Liberty Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Liberty Middle School ranks higher (81.8 vs 75.1 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 James Clemens High School and Liberty Middle School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Clemens High School: 2,159. Liberty Middle School: 1,103. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Clemens High School and Liberty Middle School rank in Alabama?
James Clemens High School is 11th of 304 and Liberty Middle School is 8th of 263 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).