Rutland High School vs Southwest High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 8.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rutland High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
921 students
Southwest High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
860 students
| Measure | Rutland High School Macon, Georgia | Southwest High School Macon, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #295 of 431 | #382 of 431 |
| National rank | #14427 of 16,910 | #16117 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 921 | 860 |
| Enrollment | 921 | 860 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.8% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Macon | Macon |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.8 vs 14.6).
- •Rutland High School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •Rutland High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Rutland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 70.6%).
- •Southwest High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.4).
- •Rutland High School is the larger school with 921 students compared with 860.
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 Rutland High School better than Southwest High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutland High School ranks higher (24.8 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 Rutland High School and Southwest High School?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Macon and Macon in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rutland High School: 921. Southwest High School: 860. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rutland High School and Southwest High School rank in Georgia?
Rutland High School is 295th of 431 and Southwest High School is 382nd of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).