Malcolm JR/SR High School vs Northwest High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nebraska, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Malcolm JR/SR High School
Malcolm · Public high · Grades 7–12
302 students
Northwest High School
Lincoln · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,017 students
| Measure | Malcolm JR/SR High School Malcolm, Nebraska | Northwest High School Lincoln, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #8 of 242 | #156 of 242 |
| National rank | #1077 of 16,910 | #6786 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 302 | 1,017 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 1,017 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.2% | 43% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 67% | – |
| city | Malcolm | Lincoln |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Malcolm JR/SR High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.3 vs 56.1).
- •Malcolm JR/SR High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.2% vs 43%).
- •Malcolm JR/SR High School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.4).
- •Northwest High School is the larger school with 1,017 students compared with 302.
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 Malcolm JR/SR High School better than Northwest High School?
On the Success Index (US), Malcolm JR/SR High School ranks higher (81.3 vs 56.1 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 Malcolm JR/SR High School and Northwest High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Malcolm and Lincoln in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Malcolm JR/SR High School: 302. Northwest High School: 1,017. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Malcolm JR/SR High School and Northwest High School rank in Nebraska?
Malcolm JR/SR High School is 8th of 242 and Northwest High School is 156th of 242 among high schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).