Highland Jr.-Sr. High vs Malden High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 415 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Jr.-Sr. High
Lewistown · Public high · Grades 7–12
388 students
Malden High
Malden · Public high · Grades 6–12
383 students
| Measure | Highland Jr.-Sr. High Lewistown, Missouri | Malden High Malden, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 497 | #467 of 497 |
| National rank | #10961 of 16,910 | #14801 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 388 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Lewistown | Malden |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Jr.-Sr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 22.8).
- •Highland Jr.-Sr. High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Highland Jr.-Sr. High does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Highland Jr.-Sr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.1% vs 100%).
- •Malden High does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.9).
- •Highland Jr.-Sr. High is the larger school with 388 students compared with 383.
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 Highland Jr.-Sr. High better than Malden High?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Jr.-Sr. High ranks higher (40.0 vs 22.8 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 Highland Jr.-Sr. High and Malden High?
About 415 km in a straight line, between Lewistown and Malden in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Jr.-Sr. High: 388. Malden High: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Jr.-Sr. High and Malden High rank in Missouri?
Highland Jr.-Sr. High is 370th of 497 and Malden High is 467th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).