Marion L Steele High School vs Walter G. Nord Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 272 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion L Steele High School
Amherst · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,014 students
Walter G. Nord Middle School
Amherst · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
556 students
| Measure | Marion L Steele High School Amherst, Ohio | Walter G. Nord Middle School Amherst, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #222 of 802 | #388 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #3609 of 16,910 | #5885 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 1,014 | 556 |
| Enrollment | 1,014 | 556 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 35.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 86% |
| city | Amherst | Amherst |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter G. Nord Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 68.8).
- •Walter G. Nord Middle School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 56%).
- •Walter G. Nord Middle School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 79%).
- •Marion L Steele High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 35.4%).
- •Marion L Steele High School does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 19.9).
- •Marion L Steele High School is the larger school with 1,014 students compared with 556.
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 Marion L Steele High School better than Walter G. Nord Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter G. Nord Middle School ranks higher (78.5 vs 68.8 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 Marion L Steele High School and Walter G. Nord Middle School?
About 272 m in a straight line, between Amherst and Amherst in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion L Steele High School: 1,014. Walter G. Nord Middle School: 556. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion L Steele High School and Walter G. Nord Middle School rank in Ohio?
Marion L Steele High School is 222nd of 802 and Walter G. Nord Middle School is 388th of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).