Manchester Valley High vs Winters Mill High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Valley High
Manchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,339 students
Winters Mill High
Westminster · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,156 students
| Measure | Manchester Valley High Manchester, Maryland | Winters Mill High Westminster, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 197 | #77 of 197 |
| National rank | #2833 of 16,910 | #5522 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,339 | 1,156 |
| Enrollment | 1,339 | 1,156 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.4% | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 50% |
| city | Manchester | Westminster |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manchester Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 61.2).
- •Manchester Valley High does better on math proficiency (58% vs 50%).
- •Manchester Valley High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 65%).
- •Manchester Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.4% vs 37.1%).
- •Winters Mill High does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 19.1).
- •Manchester Valley High is the larger school with 1,339 students compared with 1,156.
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 Manchester Valley High better than Winters Mill High?
On the Success Index (US), Manchester Valley High ranks higher (71.9 vs 61.2 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 Manchester Valley High and Winters Mill High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Westminster in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manchester Valley High: 1,339. Winters Mill High: 1,156. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manchester Valley High and Winters Mill High rank in Maryland?
Manchester Valley High is 45th of 197 and Winters Mill High is 77th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).