McDonough High School vs Riverdale High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDonough High School
McDonough · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,359 students
Riverdale High School
Riverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,359 students
| Measure | McDonough High School McDonough, Georgia | Riverdale High School Riverdale, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #350 of 431 | #395 of 431 |
| National rank | #15522 of 16,910 | #16330 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,359 | 1,359 |
| Enrollment | 1,359 | 1,359 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.4% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 16% |
| city | McDonough | Riverdale |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonough High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.6 vs 13.1).
- •Riverdale High School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 11%).
- •McDonough High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.4% vs 100%).
- •McDonough High School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 19.4).
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 McDonough High School better than Riverdale High School?
On the Success Index (US), McDonough High School ranks higher (18.6 vs 13.1 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 McDonough High School and Riverdale High School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between McDonough and Riverdale in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDonough High School: 1,359. Riverdale High School: 1,359. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDonough High School and Riverdale High School rank in Georgia?
McDonough High School is 350th of 431 and Riverdale High School is 395th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).