Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School vs Percy Julian High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School
Montgomery · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,587 students
Percy Julian High School
Montgomery · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,282 students
| Measure | Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School Montgomery, Alabama | Percy Julian High School Montgomery, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 304 | #285 of 304 |
| National rank | #16205 of 16,910 | #16194 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,587 | 1,282 |
| Enrollment | 1,587 | 1,282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 10% |
| city | Montgomery | Montgomery |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.0 vs 14.1).
- •Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 10%).
- •Percy Julian High School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 14%).
- •Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 79.2%).
- •Percy Julian High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 18.7).
- •Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School is the larger school with 1,587 students compared with 1,282.
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 Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School better than Percy Julian 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 Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School and Percy Julian High School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Montgomery and Montgomery in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School: 1,587. Percy Julian High School: 1,282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School and Percy Julian High School rank in Alabama?
Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School is 286th of 304 and Percy Julian High School is 285th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).