Chelsea High School vs Dexter High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 8.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chelsea High School
Chelsea · Public high · Grades 9–12
750 students
Dexter High School
Dexter · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,053 students
| Measure | Chelsea High School Chelsea, Michigan | Dexter High School Dexter, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #33 of 591 | #3 of 591 |
| National rank | #1750 of 16,910 | #697 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 750 | 1,053 |
| Enrollment | 750 | 1,053 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.9% | 9.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Chelsea | Dexter |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dexter High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.4 vs 76.9).
- •Dexter High School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Chelsea High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.9% vs 9.5%).
- •Dexter High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.7).
- •Dexter High School is the larger school with 1,053 students compared with 750.
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 Chelsea High School better than Dexter High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dexter High School ranks higher (84.4 vs 76.9 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 Chelsea High School and Dexter High School?
About 8.9 km in a straight line, between Chelsea and Dexter in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chelsea High School: 750. Dexter High School: 1,053. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chelsea High School and Dexter High School rank in Michigan?
Chelsea High School is 33rd of 591 and Dexter High School is 3rd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).