Fairfield Union High School vs Sheridan High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Union High School
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
587 students
Sheridan High School
Thornville · Public high · Grades 9–12
711 students
| Measure | Fairfield Union High School Lancaster, Ohio | Sheridan High School Thornville, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 802 | #578 of 802 |
| National rank | #4829 of 16,910 | #9652 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 587 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| city | Lancaster | Thornville |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairfield Union High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.8 vs 45.2).
- •Fairfield Union High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Fairfield Union High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Fairfield Union High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 20.9).
- •Sheridan High School is the larger school with 711 students compared with 587.
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 Fairfield Union High School better than Sheridan High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairfield Union High School ranks higher (63.8 vs 45.2 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 Fairfield Union High School and Sheridan High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Thornville in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Union High School: 587. Sheridan High School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Union High School and Sheridan High School rank in Ohio?
Fairfield Union High School is 320th of 802 and Sheridan High School is 578th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).