Ernest W Seaholm High School vs Northview High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 202 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernest W Seaholm High School
Birmingham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,081 students
Northview High School
Grand Rapids · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,078 students
| Measure | Ernest W Seaholm High School Birmingham, Michigan | Northview High School Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4 of 591 | #195 of 591 |
| National rank | #752 of 16,910 | #6637 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,081 | 1,078 |
| Enrollment | 1,081 | 1,078 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.6% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 40% |
| city | Birmingham | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernest W Seaholm High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 56.7).
- •Ernest W Seaholm High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 40%).
- •Ernest W Seaholm High School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 64%).
- •Ernest W Seaholm High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 32.4%).
- •Ernest W Seaholm High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 20.0).
- •Ernest W Seaholm High School is the larger school with 1,081 students compared with 1,078.
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 Ernest W Seaholm High School better than Northview High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ernest W Seaholm High School ranks higher (84.0 vs 56.7 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 Ernest W Seaholm High School and Northview High School?
About 202 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernest W Seaholm High School: 1,081. Northview High School: 1,078. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernest W Seaholm High School and Northview High School rank in Michigan?
Ernest W Seaholm High School is 4th of 591 and Northview High School is 195th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).