North Muskegon High School vs Northwestern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 277 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Muskegon High School
Muskegon · Public high · Grades 9–12
305 students
Northwestern High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
305 students
| Measure | North Muskegon High School Muskegon, Michigan | Northwestern High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #101 of 591 | #530 of 591 |
| National rank | #4268 of 16,910 | #15644 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 305 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 305 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 12% |
| city | Muskegon | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Muskegon High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 17.8).
- •North Muskegon High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 12%).
- •North Muskegon High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 17%).
- •North Muskegon High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21% vs 87.9%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 20.3).
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 North Muskegon High School better than Northwestern High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Muskegon High School ranks higher (66.1 vs 17.8 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 North Muskegon High School and Northwestern High School?
About 277 km in a straight line, between Muskegon and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Muskegon High School: 305. Northwestern High School: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Muskegon High School and Northwestern High School rank in Michigan?
North Muskegon High School is 101st of 591 and Northwestern High School is 530th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).