Northrop High School vs Shawnee Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 928 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northrop High School
Fort Wayne · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,145 students
Shawnee Middle School
Fort Wayne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
624 students
| Measure | Northrop High School Fort Wayne, Indiana | Shawnee Middle School Fort Wayne, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #285 of 387 | #272 of 335 |
| National rank | #10591 of 16,910 | #11138 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,145 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 2,145 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 66.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| city | Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northrop High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 33.8).
- •Northrop High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Northrop High School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 38%).
- •Northrop High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 66.5%).
- •Shawnee Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.8).
- •Northrop High School is the larger school with 2,145 students compared with 624.
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 Northrop High School better than Shawnee Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Northrop High School ranks higher (41.5 vs 33.8 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 Northrop High School and Shawnee Middle School?
About 928 m in a straight line, between Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northrop High School: 2,145. Shawnee Middle School: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northrop High School and Shawnee Middle School rank in Indiana?
Northrop High School is 285th of 387 and Shawnee Middle School is 272nd of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).