Newton High School vs Salem High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 5.9 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
Salem High School
Conyers · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,118 students
| Measure | Newton High School Covington, Georgia | Salem High School Conyers, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #381 of 431 | #379 of 431 |
| National rank | #16114 of 16,910 | #16086 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,499 | 1,118 |
| Enrollment | 2,499 | 1,118 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 90.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 16% |
| city | Covington | Conyers |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.6 vs 14.8).
- •Salem High School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 14%).
- •Newton High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Salem High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 91%).
- •Salem High School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 20.3).
- •Newton High School is the larger school with 2,499 students compared with 1,118.
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 Salem High 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 Salem High School?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Covington and Conyers in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newton High School: 2,499. Salem High School: 1,118. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newton High School and Salem High School rank in Georgia?
Newton High School is 381st of 431 and Salem High School is 379th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).