North High vs Somerville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North High
Worcester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,376 students
Somerville High
Somerville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,394 students
| Measure | North High Worcester, Massachusetts | Somerville High Somerville, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 300 | #177 of 300 |
| National rank | #14747 of 16,910 | #4846 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,376 | 1,394 |
| Enrollment | 1,376 | 1,394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 50% |
| city | Worcester | Somerville |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Somerville High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.8 vs 23.1).
- •Somerville High does better on math proficiency (50% vs 18%).
- •Somerville High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 28%).
- •Somerville High does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.5).
- •Somerville High is the larger school with 1,394 students compared with 1,376.
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 North High better than Somerville High?
On the Success Index (US), Somerville High ranks higher (63.8 vs 23.1 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 North High and Somerville High?
About 57 km in a straight line, between Worcester and Somerville in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North High: 1,376. Somerville High: 1,394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North High and Somerville High rank in Massachusetts?
North High is 287th of 300 and Somerville High is 177th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).