Benton Central Jr-Sr High School vs Western High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School
Oxford · Public high · Grades 7–12
792 students
Western High School
Russiaville · Public high · Grades 9–12
804 students
| Measure | Benton Central Jr-Sr High School Oxford, Indiana | Western High School Russiaville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #169 of 387 | #67 of 387 |
| National rank | #7117 of 16,910 | #4185 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 792 | 804 |
| Enrollment | 792 | 804 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 27.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| city | Oxford | Russiaville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 54.7).
- •Western High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Western High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 58%).
- •Western High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.5% vs 51.9%).
- •Benton Central Jr-Sr High School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.8).
- •Western High School is the larger school with 804 students compared with 792.
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 Benton Central Jr-Sr High School better than Western High School?
On the Success Index (US), Western High School ranks higher (66.5 vs 54.7 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 Benton Central Jr-Sr High School and Western High School?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Oxford and Russiaville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School: 792. Western High School: 804. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Central Jr-Sr High School and Western High School rank in Indiana?
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School is 169th of 387 and Western High School is 67th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).