Athol High vs Southbridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athol High
Athol · Public high · Grades 9–12
417 students
Southbridge High School
Southbridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
419 students
| Measure | Athol High Athol, Massachusetts | Southbridge High School Southbridge, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #222 of 300 | #283 of 300 |
| National rank | #8525 of 16,910 | #14556 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 417 | 419 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 419 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 12% |
| city | Athol | Southbridge |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Athol High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 24.1).
- •Athol High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Athol High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Southbridge High School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.6).
- •Southbridge High School is the larger school with 419 students compared with 417.
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 Athol High better than Southbridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Athol High ranks higher (49.4 vs 24.1 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 Athol High and Southbridge High School?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Athol and Southbridge in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athol High: 417. Southbridge High School: 419. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athol High and Southbridge High School rank in Massachusetts?
Athol High is 222nd of 300 and Southbridge High School is 283rd of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).