Newton Comm High School vs Porta High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 184 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newton Comm High School
Newton · Public high · Grades 9–12
412 students
Porta High School
Petersburg · Public high · Grades 7–12
411 students
| Measure | Newton Comm High School Newton, Illinois | Porta High School Petersburg, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #346 of 691 | #287 of 691 |
| National rank | #12282 of 16,910 | #11248 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 412 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 24% |
| city | Newton | Petersburg |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Porta High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 34.6).
- •Porta High School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •Porta High School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Newton Comm High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 47%).
- •Porta High School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.8).
- •Newton Comm High School is the larger school with 412 students compared with 411.
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 Comm High School better than Porta High School?
On the Success Index (US), Porta High School ranks higher (38.8 vs 34.6 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 Comm High School and Porta High School?
About 184 km in a straight line, between Newton and Petersburg in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newton Comm High School: 412. Porta High School: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newton Comm High School and Porta High School rank in Illinois?
Newton Comm High School is 346th of 691 and Porta High School is 287th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).