Northwestern Senior High School vs Paoli Jr & Sr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 221 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern Senior High School
Kokomo · Public high · Grades 9–12
541 students
Paoli Jr & Sr High School
Paoli · Public high · Grades 7–12
542 students
| Measure | Northwestern Senior High School Kokomo, Indiana | Paoli Jr & Sr High School Paoli, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #52 of 387 | #181 of 387 |
| National rank | #3459 of 16,910 | #7379 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 541 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.6% | 43.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Kokomo | Paoli |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern Senior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 53.8).
- •Northwestern Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 51%).
- •Northwestern Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.6% vs 43.5%).
- •Paoli Jr & Sr High School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Paoli Jr & Sr High School is the larger school with 542 students compared with 541.
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 Northwestern Senior High School better than Paoli Jr & Sr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern Senior High School ranks higher (69.4 vs 53.8 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 Northwestern Senior High School and Paoli Jr & Sr High School?
About 221 km in a straight line, between Kokomo and Paoli in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern Senior High School: 541. Paoli Jr & Sr High School: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern Senior High School and Paoli Jr & Sr High School rank in Indiana?
Northwestern Senior High School is 52nd of 387 and Paoli Jr & Sr High School is 181st of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).