Newton High School vs South Salem Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 3.9 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
South Salem Elementary School
Covington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
855 students
| Measure | Newton High School Covington, Georgia | South Salem Elementary School Covington, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #381 of 431 | #1207 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #16114 of 16,910 | #47034 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,499 | 855 |
| Enrollment | 2,499 | 855 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 26% |
| city | Covington | Covington |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Salem Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.2 vs 14.6).
- •South Salem Elementary School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 14%).
- •Newton High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Newton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 100%).
- •South Salem Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 20.3).
- •Newton High School is the larger school with 2,499 students compared with 855.
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 South Salem Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Salem Elementary School ranks higher (16.2 vs 14.6 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 Newton High School and South Salem Elementary School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Covington and Covington in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newton High School: 2,499. South Salem Elementary School: 855. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newton High School and South Salem Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Newton High School is 381st of 431 and South Salem Elementary School is 1207th of 1,308 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).