Hastings High School vs Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hastings High School
Hastings · Public high · Grades 9–12
804 students
Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building
Hastings · Charter high · Grades 6–12
15 students
| Measure | Hastings High School Hastings, Michigan | Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building Hastings, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #321 of 591 | – |
| National rank | #9758 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 804 | 15 |
| Enrollment | 804 | 15 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.5% | 80% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Hastings | Hastings |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hastings High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 21.9).
- •Hastings High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.5% vs 80%).
- •Hastings High School is the larger school with 804 students compared with 15.
- •Hastings High School is a public school while Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Hastings High School better than Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building?
On the Success Index (US), Hastings High School ranks higher (44.7 vs 21.9 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 Hastings High School and Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Hastings and Hastings in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hastings High School: 804. Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building: 15. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hastings High School and Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building rank in Michigan?
Hastings High School is 321st of 591 and Lighthouse AcademyBarry County Community Building is unranked among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).