Buchanan High School vs Cody High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 266 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchanan High School
Buchanan · Public high · Grades 8–12
561 students
Cody High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
563 students
| Measure | Buchanan High School Buchanan, Michigan | Cody High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 591 | #562 of 591 |
| National rank | #6486 of 16,910 | #16501 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 561 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 90.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 2.5% |
| city | Buchanan | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buchanan High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 11.3).
- •Buchanan High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 2.5%).
- •Buchanan High School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 12%).
- •Buchanan High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 90.4%).
- •Cody High School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 18.1).
- •Cody High School is the larger school with 563 students compared with 561.
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 Buchanan High School better than Cody High School?
On the Success Index (US), Buchanan High School ranks higher (57.3 vs 11.3 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 Buchanan High School and Cody High School?
About 266 km in a straight line, between Buchanan and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan High School: 561. Cody High School: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan High School and Cody High School rank in Michigan?
Buchanan High School is 191st of 591 and Cody High School is 562nd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).