Defiance High School vs Global Impact STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 157 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Defiance High School
Defiance · Public high · Grades 9–12
697 students
Global Impact STEM Academy
Springfield · Public high · Grades 7–12
697 students
| Measure | Defiance High School Defiance, Ohio | Global Impact STEM Academy Springfield, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #417 of 802 | #410 of 802 |
| National rank | #6254 of 16,910 | #6133 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 697 | 697 |
| Enrollment | 697 | 697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 39.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 48% |
| city | Defiance | Springfield |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (58.2 vs 58.7).
- •Global Impact STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •Global Impact STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 62%).
- •Defiance High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 24.0).
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 Defiance High School better than Global Impact STEM Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Defiance High School and Global Impact STEM Academy?
About 157 km in a straight line, between Defiance and Springfield in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Defiance High School: 697. Global Impact STEM Academy: 697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Defiance High School and Global Impact STEM Academy rank in Ohio?
Defiance High School is 417th of 802 and Global Impact STEM Academy is 410th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).