Appling County High School vs Spencer High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 255 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appling County High School
Baxley · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,013 students
Spencer High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,016 students
| Measure | Appling County High School Baxley, Georgia | Spencer High School Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 431 | #407 of 431 |
| National rank | #12150 of 16,910 | #16487 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,013 | 1,016 |
| Enrollment | 1,013 | 1,016 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 12% |
| city | Baxley | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Appling County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 11.5).
- •Appling County High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 12%).
- •Appling County High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 18%).
- •Appling County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 100%).
- •Appling County High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.9).
- •Spencer High School is the larger school with 1,016 students compared with 1,013.
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 Appling County High School better than Spencer High School?
On the Success Index (US), Appling County High School ranks higher (35.2 vs 11.5 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 Appling County High School and Spencer High School?
About 255 km in a straight line, between Baxley and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appling County High School: 1,013. Spencer High School: 1,016. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appling County High School and Spencer High School rank in Georgia?
Appling County High School is 213th of 431 and Spencer High School is 407th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).