Montgomery Red Raiders

Since midseason, powerhouses have flexed their dominance, underdogs have stolen headlines, and playoff positioning is starting to take shape. Comparing Week 5 to Week 9, some teams have surged with momentum, while others are scrambling to rediscover their early-season spark. Let’s dive into how the rankings look now — and who’s rising, falling, and holding strong as the postseason looms.

Just when we thought Week 4 had flipped the script, Week 5 rewrote the entire playbook. In true District IV fashion, what looked like a return to order has instead given way to more volatility. Some teams solidified their status, others crumbled under pressure, and a few dark horses have suddenly become impossible to ignore. Comparing Week 4 to Week 5, it’s clear: the only constant in this season is change.

District IV may have its favorites, but in this wild 2025 season, nothing is guaranteed once the lights come on Friday night.

As we head into Week 10 of the District 4 high school football season, the Small School Top 10 rankings continue to highlight the competitive nature of the region.