Dexter High School vs Southgate Anderson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter High School
Dexter · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,053 students
Southgate Anderson High School
Southgate · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,052 students
| Measure | Dexter High School Dexter, Michigan | Southgate Anderson High School Southgate, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3 of 591 | #445 of 591 |
| National rank | #697 of 16,910 | #13059 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,053 | 1,052 |
| Enrollment | 1,053 | 1,052 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.5% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 22% |
| city | Dexter | Southgate |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dexter High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.4 vs 31.3).
- •Dexter High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 22%).
- •Dexter High School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 47%).
- •Dexter High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.5% vs 56%).
- •Dexter High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 19.8).
- •Dexter High School is the larger school with 1,053 students compared with 1,052.
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 Dexter High School better than Southgate Anderson High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dexter High School ranks higher (84.4 vs 31.3 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 Dexter High School and Southgate Anderson High School?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Southgate in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter High School: 1,053. Southgate Anderson High School: 1,052. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter High School and Southgate Anderson High School rank in Michigan?
Dexter High School is 3rd of 591 and Southgate Anderson High School is 445th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).