JW Sexton High School vs Willow School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 420 m 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
Willow School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
273 students
| Measure | JW Sexton High School Lansing, Michigan | Willow School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #579 of 591 | #1447 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #16653 of 16,910 | #48234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 586 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 15% |
| city | Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willow School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.7 vs 9.4).
- •Willow School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 5%).
- •JW Sexton High School does better on reading proficiency (16% vs 15%).
- •Willow School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.7% vs 90.3%).
- •Willow School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 18.3).
- •JW Sexton High School is the larger school with 586 students compared with 273.
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 Willow School?
On the Success Index (US), Willow School ranks higher (13.7 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 Willow School?
About 420 m in a straight line, between Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
JW Sexton High School: 586. Willow School: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do JW Sexton High School and Willow School rank in Michigan?
JW Sexton High School is 579th of 591 and Willow School is 1447th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).