The RBHudson STEAM Academy vs William R Martin Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 9.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The RBHudson STEAM Academy
Selma · Public middle · Grades 7–8
279 students
William R Martin Middle School
Valley Grande · Public middle · Grades 7–8
180 students
| Measure | The RBHudson STEAM Academy Selma, Alabama | William R Martin Middle School Valley Grande, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #231 of 263 | #194 of 263 |
| National rank | #14410 of 15,369 | #12029 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 279 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.2% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 41% |
| city | Selma | Valley Grande |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William R Martin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 16.2).
- •William R Martin Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 12%).
- •William R Martin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 21%).
- •William R Martin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85% vs 93.2%).
- •The RBHudson STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 25.7).
- •The RBHudson STEAM Academy is the larger school with 279 students compared with 180.
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 The RBHudson STEAM Academy better than William R Martin Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), William R Martin Middle School ranks higher (29.5 vs 16.2 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 The RBHudson STEAM Academy and William R Martin Middle School?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Selma and Valley Grande in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The RBHudson STEAM Academy: 279. William R Martin Middle School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The RBHudson STEAM Academy and William R Martin Middle School rank in Alabama?
The RBHudson STEAM Academy is 231st of 263 and William R Martin Middle School is 194th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).