Newton High School vs Porterdale Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newton High School
Covington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,499 students
Porterdale Elementary School
Covington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
405 students
| Measure | Newton High School Covington, Georgia | Porterdale Elementary School Covington, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #381 of 431 | #1245 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #16114 of 16,910 | #47926 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,499 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 2,499 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 17% |
| city | Covington | Covington |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.6 vs 14.4).
- •Porterdale Elementary School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Newton High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Newton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 100%).
- •Porterdale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 20.3).
- •Newton High School is the larger school with 2,499 students compared with 405.
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 Newton High School better than Porterdale Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Newton High School and Porterdale Elementary School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Covington and Covington in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newton High School: 2,499. Porterdale Elementary School: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newton High School and Porterdale Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Newton High School is 381st of 431 and Porterdale Elementary School is 1245th of 1,308 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).