Detroit Lions Academy vs Northwestern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Lions Academy
Detroit · Public high · Grades 6–12
400 students
Northwestern High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
305 students
| Measure | Detroit Lions Academy Detroit, Michigan | Northwestern High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #531 of 591 | #530 of 591 |
| National rank | #15729 of 16,910 | #15644 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 400 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 400 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 12% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.2 vs 17.8).
- •Northwestern High School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.9% vs 91.3%).
- •Detroit Lions Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.3).
- •Detroit Lions Academy is the larger school with 400 students compared with 305.
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 Detroit Lions Academy better than Northwestern High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Detroit Lions Academy and Northwestern High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Lions Academy: 400. Northwestern High School: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Lions Academy and Northwestern High School rank in Michigan?
Detroit Lions Academy is 531st of 591 and Northwestern High School is 530th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).