General Sherman Junior High School vs Lancaster High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
General Sherman Junior High School
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
693 students
Lancaster High School
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,995 students
| Measure | General Sherman Junior High School Lancaster, Ohio | Lancaster High School Lancaster, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #454 of 646 | #513 of 802 |
| National rank | #4989 of 15,369 | #7958 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 693 | 1,995 |
| Enrollment | 693 | 1,995 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 42% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •General Sherman Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 51.6).
- •General Sherman Junior High School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •Lancaster High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 60%).
- •General Sherman Junior High School does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 21.5).
- •Lancaster High School is the larger school with 1,995 students compared with 693.
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 General Sherman Junior High School better than Lancaster High School?
On the Success Index (US), General Sherman Junior High School ranks higher (62.2 vs 51.6 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 General Sherman Junior High School and Lancaster High School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
General Sherman Junior High School: 693. Lancaster High School: 1,995. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do General Sherman Junior High School and Lancaster High School rank in Ohio?
General Sherman Junior High School is 454th of 646 and Lancaster High School is 513th of 802 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).