Fenton Senior High School vs Melvindale High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fenton Senior High School
Fenton · Public high · Grades 9–12
982 students
Melvindale High School
Allen Park · Public high · Grades 9–12
982 students
| Measure | Fenton Senior High School Fenton, Michigan | Melvindale High School Allen Park, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #111 of 591 | #526 of 591 |
| National rank | #4512 of 16,910 | #15523 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 982 | 982 |
| Enrollment | 982 | 982 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 19% |
| city | Fenton | Allen Park |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fenton Senior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 18.6).
- •Fenton Senior High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •Fenton Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 36%).
- •Fenton Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 79.2%).
- •Fenton Senior High School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 23.4).
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 Fenton Senior High School better than Melvindale High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fenton Senior High School ranks higher (65.1 vs 18.6 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 Fenton Senior High School and Melvindale High School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Fenton and Allen Park in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fenton Senior High School: 982. Melvindale High School: 982. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fenton Senior High School and Melvindale High School rank in Michigan?
Fenton Senior High School is 111th of 591 and Melvindale High School is 526th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).