Lithonia High School vs Maynard Jackson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lithonia High School
Lithonia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,547 students
Maynard Jackson High School
Atlanta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,549 students
| Measure | Lithonia High School Lithonia, Georgia | Maynard Jackson High School Atlanta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #400 of 431 | #237 of 431 |
| National rank | #16425 of 16,910 | #12867 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,547 | 1,549 |
| Enrollment | 1,547 | 1,549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 81.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 31% |
| city | Lithonia | Atlanta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maynard Jackson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.1 vs 12.2).
- •Maynard Jackson High School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 14%).
- •Maynard Jackson High School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 23%).
- •Maynard Jackson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.8% vs 100%).
- •Maynard Jackson High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.3).
- •Maynard Jackson High School is the larger school with 1,549 students compared with 1,547.
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 Lithonia High School better than Maynard Jackson High School?
On the Success Index (US), Maynard Jackson High School ranks higher (32.1 vs 12.2 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 Lithonia High School and Maynard Jackson High School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Lithonia and Atlanta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lithonia High School: 1,547. Maynard Jackson High School: 1,549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lithonia High School and Maynard Jackson High School rank in Georgia?
Lithonia High School is 400th of 431 and Maynard Jackson High School is 237th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).