Ashland High School vs West Lowndes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 163 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashland High School
Ashland · Public high · Grades 7–12
212 students
West Lowndes High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 7–12
206 students
| Measure | Ashland High School Ashland, Mississippi | West Lowndes High School Columbus, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #159 of 197 | #115 of 197 |
| National rank | #15361 of 16,910 | #13034 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 212 | 206 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 98.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 7.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 42% |
| city | Ashland | Columbus |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Lowndes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.4 vs 19.3).
- •West Lowndes High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 12%).
- •Ashland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.2% vs 98.5%).
- •West Lowndes High School does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 10.6).
- •Ashland High School is the larger school with 212 students compared with 206.
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 Ashland High School better than West Lowndes High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Lowndes High School ranks higher (31.4 vs 19.3 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 Ashland High School and West Lowndes High School?
About 163 km in a straight line, between Ashland and Columbus in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashland High School: 212. West Lowndes High School: 206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashland High School and West Lowndes High School rank in Mississippi?
Ashland High School is 159th of 197 and West Lowndes High School is 115th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).