Newton Sr High vs Salina High Central
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 88 km 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
Salina High Central
Salina · Public high · Grades 9–12
934 students
| Measure | Newton Sr High Newton, Kansas | Salina High Central Salina, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 296 | #230 of 296 |
| National rank | #13531 of 16,910 | #13831 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 932 | 934 |
| Enrollment | 932 | 934 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| city | Newton | Salina |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newton Sr High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 27.7).
- •Salina High Central does better on math proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Salina High Central does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 23%).
- •Newton Sr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 58.7%).
- •Newton Sr High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.4).
- •Salina High Central is the larger school with 934 students compared with 932.
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 Salina High Central?
On the Success Index (US), Newton Sr High ranks higher (29.1 vs 27.7 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 Newton Sr High and Salina High Central?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Newton and Salina in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newton Sr High: 932. Salina High Central: 934. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newton Sr High and Salina High Central rank in Kansas?
Newton Sr High is 211th of 296 and Salina High Central is 230th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).