Fairless High School vs Northwestern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 48 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairless High School
Brewster · Public high · Grades 9–12
327 students
Northwestern High School
West Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
327 students
| Measure | Fairless High School Brewster, Ohio | Northwestern High School West Salem, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #438 of 802 | #456 of 802 |
| National rank | #6564 of 16,910 | #6914 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 327 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.3% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Brewster | West Salem |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairless High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 55.5).
- •Fairless High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Fairless High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 52%).
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 Fairless High School better than Northwestern High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairless High School ranks higher (57.0 vs 55.5 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 Fairless High School and Northwestern High School?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Brewster and West Salem in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairless High School: 327. Northwestern High School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairless High School and Northwestern High School rank in Ohio?
Fairless High School is 438th of 802 and Northwestern High School is 456th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).