Northwest High vs Seneca Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwest High
Germantown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,300 students
Seneca Valley High
Germantown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,409 students
| Measure | Northwest High Germantown, Maryland | Seneca Valley High Germantown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 197 | #126 of 197 |
| National rank | #3945 of 16,910 | #9670 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,300 | 2,409 |
| Enrollment | 2,300 | 2,409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.1% | 49.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 32% |
| city | Germantown | Germantown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.5 vs 45.1).
- •Northwest High does better on math proficiency (59% vs 32%).
- •Northwest High does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 51%).
- •Northwest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.1% vs 49.2%).
- •Seneca Valley High does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.8).
- •Seneca Valley High is the larger school with 2,409 students compared with 2,300.
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 Northwest High better than Seneca Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest High ranks higher (67.5 vs 45.1 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 Northwest High and Seneca Valley High?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Germantown and Germantown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwest High: 2,300. Seneca Valley High: 2,409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwest High and Seneca Valley High rank in Maryland?
Northwest High is 54th of 197 and Seneca Valley High is 126th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).