JW Sexton High School vs South Haven High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 144 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
JW Sexton High School
Lansing · Public high · Grades 9–12
586 students
South Haven High School
South Haven · Public high · Grades 9–12
588 students
| Measure | JW Sexton High School Lansing, Michigan | South Haven High School South Haven, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #579 of 591 | #345 of 591 |
| National rank | #16653 of 16,910 | #10427 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 586 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 51.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 27% |
| city | Lansing | South Haven |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Haven High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 9.4).
- •South Haven High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 5%).
- •South Haven High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 16%).
- •South Haven High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 90.3%).
- •South Haven High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.3).
- •South Haven High School is the larger school with 588 students compared with 586.
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 JW Sexton High School better than South Haven High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Haven High School ranks higher (42.2 vs 9.4 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 JW Sexton High School and South Haven High School?
About 144 km in a straight line, between Lansing and South Haven in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
JW Sexton High School: 586. South Haven High School: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do JW Sexton High School and South Haven High School rank in Michigan?
JW Sexton High School is 579th of 591 and South Haven High School is 345th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).