Mountain Vista High School vs Northfield High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mountain Vista High School
Highlands Ranch · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,169 students
Northfield High School
Denver · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,137 students
| Measure | Mountain Vista High School Highlands Ranch, Colorado | Northfield High School Denver, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #26 of 307 | #122 of 307 |
| National rank | #2260 of 16,910 | #7541 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,169 | 2,137 |
| Enrollment | 2,169 | 2,137 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.7% | 32.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 32% |
| city | Highlands Ranch | Denver |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mountain Vista High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 53.2).
- •Mountain Vista High School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 32%).
- •Mountain Vista High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 62%).
- •Mountain Vista High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 32.3%).
- •Northfield High School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 23.6).
- •Mountain Vista High School is the larger school with 2,169 students compared with 2,137.
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 Mountain Vista High School better than Northfield High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mountain Vista High School ranks higher (74.4 vs 53.2 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 Mountain Vista High School and Northfield High School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Highlands Ranch and Denver in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mountain Vista High School: 2,169. Northfield High School: 2,137. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mountain Vista High School and Northfield High School rank in Colorado?
Mountain Vista High School is 26th of 307 and Northfield High School is 122nd of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).