Northside High School vs Shaw High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northside High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,405 students
Shaw High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,162 students
| Measure | Northside High School Columbus, Georgia | Shaw High School Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 431 | #303 of 431 |
| National rank | #7402 of 16,910 | #14492 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,405 | 1,162 |
| Enrollment | 1,405 | 1,162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.2% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 20% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.7 vs 24.5).
- •Northside High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 20%).
- •Northside High School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 34%).
- •Northside High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.2% vs 81%).
- •Shaw High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.6).
- •Northside High School is the larger school with 1,405 students compared with 1,162.
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 Northside High School better than Shaw High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northside High School ranks higher (53.7 vs 24.5 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 Northside High School and Shaw High School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside High School: 1,405. Shaw High School: 1,162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside High School and Shaw High School rank in Georgia?
Northside High School is 96th of 431 and Shaw High School is 303rd of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).