Highland Elementary School vs West High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
313 students
West High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
846 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary School Columbus, Ohio | West High School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1636 of 1,713 | #749 of 802 |
| National rank | #47823 of 50,301 | #16216 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 313 | 846 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 846 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 8% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.6 vs 14.0).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 8%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •West High School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 20.9).
- •West High School is the larger school with 846 students compared with 313.
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 Highland Elementary School better than West High School?
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 Highland Elementary School and West High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary School: 313. West High School: 846. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary School and West High School rank in Ohio?
Highland Elementary School is 1636th of 1,713 and West High School is 749th of 802 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).