Jemison High School vs Lee High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jemison High School
Huntsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
858 students
Lee High School
Huntsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
877 students
| Measure | Jemison High School Huntsville, Alabama | Lee High School Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #243 of 304 | #241 of 304 |
| National rank | #14708 of 16,910 | #14677 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 858 | 877 |
| Enrollment | 858 | 877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 59.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Huntsville | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.3 vs 23.5).
- •Jemison High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Lee High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.7% vs 69.5%).
- •Lee High School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 19.5).
- •Lee High School is the larger school with 877 students compared with 858.
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 Jemison High School better than Lee 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 Jemison High School and Lee High School?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Huntsville and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jemison High School: 858. Lee High School: 877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jemison High School and Lee High School rank in Alabama?
Jemison High School is 243rd of 304 and Lee High School is 241st of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).