Parker High School vs Ramsay High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parker High School
Birmingham · Public high · Grades 9–12
942 students
Ramsay High School
Birmingham · Public high · Grades 9–12
762 students
| Measure | Parker High School Birmingham, Alabama | Ramsay High School Birmingham, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #272 of 304 | #38 of 304 |
| National rank | #15768 of 16,910 | #5570 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 942 | 762 |
| Enrollment | 942 | 762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.9% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 57% |
| city | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ramsay High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 17.0).
- •Ramsay High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Ramsay High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Ramsay High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 79.9%).
- •Ramsay High School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 21.9).
- •Parker High School is the larger school with 942 students compared with 762.
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 Parker High School better than Ramsay High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ramsay High School ranks higher (61.0 vs 17.0 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 Parker High School and Ramsay High School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parker High School: 942. Ramsay High School: 762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parker High School and Ramsay High School rank in Alabama?
Parker High School is 272nd of 304 and Ramsay High School is 38th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).