McPherson High vs Ottawa Sr High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 208 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McPherson High
McPherson · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
Ottawa Sr High
Ottawa · Public high · Grades 6–12
681 students
| Measure | McPherson High McPherson, Kansas | Ottawa Sr High Ottawa, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #149 of 296 | #221 of 296 |
| National rank | #12091 of 16,910 | #13687 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 658 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 50.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | McPherson | Ottawa |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McPherson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.5 vs 28.4).
- •McPherson High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •McPherson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.3% vs 50.2%).
- •McPherson High does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.4).
- •Ottawa Sr High is the larger school with 681 students compared with 658.
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 McPherson High better than Ottawa Sr High?
On the Success Index (US), McPherson High ranks higher (35.5 vs 28.4 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 McPherson High and Ottawa Sr High?
About 208 km in a straight line, between McPherson and Ottawa in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McPherson High: 658. Ottawa Sr High: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McPherson High and Ottawa Sr High rank in Kansas?
McPherson High is 149th of 296 and Ottawa Sr High is 221st of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).