Preston High School vs West Side Senior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Idaho, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Preston High School
Preston · Public high · Grades 9–12
679 students
West Side Senior High School
Dayton · Public high · Grades 9–12
248 students
| Measure | Preston High School Preston, Idaho | West Side Senior High School Dayton, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #86 of 134 | #16 of 134 |
| National rank | #10259 of 16,910 | #4101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 679 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 679 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.5% | 38.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 54.5% |
| city | Preston | Dayton |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side Senior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.9 vs 42.8).
- •West Side Senior High School does better on math proficiency (54.5% vs 17%).
- •West Side Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 57%).
- •Preston High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.5% vs 38.7%).
- •West Side Senior High School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 19.4).
- •Preston High School is the larger school with 679 students compared with 248.
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 Preston High School better than West Side Senior High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Side Senior High School ranks higher (66.9 vs 42.8 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 Preston High School and West Side Senior High School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Preston and Dayton in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Preston High School: 679. West Side Senior High School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Preston High School and West Side Senior High School rank in Idaho?
Preston High School is 86th of 134 and West Side Senior High School is 16th of 134 among high schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).