Southwest High School vs Westside High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 7.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southwest High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
860 students
Westside High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,013 students
| Measure | Southwest High School Macon, Georgia | Westside High School Macon, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #382 of 431 | #361 of 431 |
| National rank | #16117 of 16,910 | #15826 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 860 | 1,013 |
| Enrollment | 860 | 1,013 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 9% |
| city | Macon | Macon |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westside High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.7 vs 14.6).
- •Westside High School does better on math proficiency (9% vs 5%).
- •Westside High School does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •Westside High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 70.6%).
- •Southwest High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.5).
- •Westside High School is the larger school with 1,013 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 Southwest High School better than Westside High School?
On the Success Index (US), Westside High School ranks higher (16.7 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 Southwest High School and Westside High School?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Macon and Macon in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southwest High School: 860. Westside High School: 1,013. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southwest High School and Westside High School rank in Georgia?
Southwest High School is 382nd of 431 and Westside High School is 361st of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).