Howard High School vs Westside High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Howard High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,145 students
Westside High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,013 students
| Measure | Howard High School Macon, Georgia | Westside High School Macon, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #216 of 431 | #361 of 431 |
| National rank | #12238 of 16,910 | #15826 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,145 | 1,013 |
| Enrollment | 1,145 | 1,013 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.8% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 9% |
| city | Macon | Macon |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Howard High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 16.7).
- •Howard High School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 9%).
- •Howard High School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 14%).
- •Howard High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 61.6%).
- •Howard High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.5).
- •Howard High School is the larger school with 1,145 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 Howard High School better than Westside High School?
On the Success Index (US), Howard High School ranks higher (34.8 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 Howard High School and Westside High School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Macon and Macon in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Howard High School: 1,145. Westside High School: 1,013. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Howard High School and Westside High School rank in Georgia?
Howard High School is 216th of 431 and Westside High School is 361st of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).