Newton Sr High vs Opportunity Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 847 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newton Sr High
Newton · Public high · Grades 9–12
932 students
Opportunity Academy
Newton · Public high · Grades 6–12
53 students
| Measure | Newton Sr High Newton, Kansas | Opportunity Academy Newton, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 296 | – |
| National rank | #13531 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 932 | 53 |
| Enrollment | 932 | 53 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | – |
| Math proficiency | 16% | – |
| city | Newton | Newton |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Opportunity Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 29.1).
- •Newton Sr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 84.9%).
- •Newton Sr High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.3).
- •Newton Sr High is the larger school with 932 students compared with 53.
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 Sr High better than Opportunity Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Opportunity Academy ranks higher (31.0 vs 29.1 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 Sr High and Opportunity Academy?
About 847 m in a straight line, between Newton and Newton in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newton Sr High: 932. Opportunity Academy: 53. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newton Sr High and Opportunity Academy rank in Kansas?
Newton Sr High is 211th of 296 and Opportunity Academy is unranked among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).