Bay City Western High School vs Western Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 101 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bay City Western High School
Auburn · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,009 students
Western Middle School
Auburn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
681 students
| Measure | Bay City Western High School Auburn, Michigan | Western Middle School Auburn, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 591 | #206 of 485 |
| National rank | #6319 of 16,910 | #7028 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,009 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 1,009 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.9% | 40.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Auburn | Auburn |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bay City Western High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.9 vs 52.9).
- •Bay City Western High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 52%).
- •Bay City Western High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.9% vs 40.2%).
- •Western Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 24.0).
- •Bay City Western High School is the larger school with 1,009 students compared with 681.
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 Bay City Western High School better than Western Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Bay City Western High School ranks higher (57.9 vs 52.9 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 Bay City Western High School and Western Middle School?
About 101 m in a straight line, between Auburn and Auburn in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bay City Western High School: 1,009. Western Middle School: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bay City Western High School and Western Middle School rank in Michigan?
Bay City Western High School is 185th of 591 and Western Middle School is 206th of 485 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).