Denby High School vs Southwestern Classical Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 88 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denby High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
464 students
Southwestern Classical Academy
Flint · Public high · Grades 9–12
464 students
| Measure | Denby High School Detroit, Michigan | Southwestern Classical Academy Flint, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #581 of 591 | #553 of 591 |
| National rank | #16670 of 16,910 | #16349 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 464 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.9% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 10% |
| city | Detroit | Flint |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwestern Classical Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.9 vs 9.0).
- •Southwestern Classical Academy does better on math proficiency (10% vs 2.5%).
- •Southwestern Classical Academy does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 12%).
- •Denby High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 93.1%).
- •Southwestern Classical Academy does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.8).
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 Denby High School better than Southwestern Classical Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Southwestern Classical Academy ranks higher (12.9 vs 9.0 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 Denby High School and Southwestern Classical Academy?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Flint in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denby High School: 464. Southwestern Classical Academy: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denby High School and Southwestern Classical Academy rank in Michigan?
Denby High School is 581st of 591 and Southwestern Classical Academy is 553rd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).