Appling County High School vs Westside High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 176 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
Westside High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,013 students
| Measure | Appling County High School Baxley, Georgia | Westside High School Macon, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 431 | #361 of 431 |
| National rank | #12150 of 16,910 | #15826 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,013 | 1,013 |
| Enrollment | 1,013 | 1,013 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 9% |
| city | Baxley | Macon |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Appling County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 16.7).
- •Appling County High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 9%).
- •Appling County High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 14%).
- •Westside High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 98.9%).
- •Appling County High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.5).
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 Westside High School?
On the Success Index (US), Appling County High School ranks higher (35.2 vs 16.7 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 Westside High School?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Baxley and Macon in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appling County High School: 1,013. Westside High School: 1,013. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appling County High School and Westside High School rank in Georgia?
Appling County High School is 213th of 431 and Westside High School is 361st of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).