Hinkley High School vs William Smith High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hinkley High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,527 students
William Smith High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
410 students
| Measure | Hinkley High School Aurora, Colorado | William Smith High School Aurora, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #304 of 307 | #295 of 307 |
| National rank | #16496 of 16,910 | #15774 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,527 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 1,527 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 81.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 7.5% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Smith High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.0 vs 11.4).
- •Hinkley High School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 7.5%).
- •William Smith High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •William Smith High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 87.8%).
- •William Smith High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 21.8).
- •Hinkley High School is the larger school with 1,527 students compared with 410.
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 Hinkley High School better than William Smith High School?
On the Success Index (US), William Smith High School ranks higher (17.0 vs 11.4 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 Hinkley High School and William Smith High School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hinkley High School: 1,527. William Smith High School: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hinkley High School and William Smith High School rank in Colorado?
Hinkley High School is 304th of 307 and William Smith High School is 295th of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).