Northwest High School vs Ross High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 8.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwest High School
Cincinnati · Public high · Grades 9–12
910 students
Ross High School
Hamilton · Public high · Grades 9–12
893 students
| Measure | Northwest High School Cincinnati, Ohio | Ross High School Hamilton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #561 of 802 | #112 of 802 |
| National rank | #9190 of 16,910 | #1908 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 910 | 893 |
| Enrollment | 910 | 893 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 26.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 72% |
| city | Cincinnati | Hamilton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ross High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 47.0).
- •Ross High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 50%).
- •Ross High School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 57%).
- •Ross High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.2% vs 59.6%).
- •Ross High School does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 22.8).
- •Northwest High School is the larger school with 910 students compared with 893.
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 Northwest High School better than Ross High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ross High School ranks higher (76.2 vs 47.0 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 Northwest High School and Ross High School?
About 8.2 km in a straight line, between Cincinnati and Hamilton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwest High School: 910. Ross High School: 893. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwest High School and Ross High School rank in Ohio?
Northwest High School is 561st of 802 and Ross High School is 112th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).