Chelmsford High vs Winchester High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chelmsford High
North Chelmsford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,402 students
Winchester High School
Winchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,404 students
| Measure | Chelmsford High North Chelmsford, Massachusetts | Winchester High School Winchester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #59 of 300 | #53 of 300 |
| National rank | #863 of 16,910 | #791 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,402 | 1,404 |
| Enrollment | 1,402 | 1,404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 86% |
| city | North Chelmsford | Winchester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.0 vs 83.8).
- •Winchester High School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 81%).
- •Winchester High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Chelmsford High does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.9).
- •Winchester High School is the larger school with 1,404 students compared with 1,402.
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 Chelmsford High better than Winchester High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chelmsford High and Winchester High School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between North Chelmsford and Winchester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chelmsford High: 1,402. Winchester High School: 1,404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chelmsford High and Winchester High School rank in Massachusetts?
Chelmsford High is 59th of 300 and Winchester High School is 53rd of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).