Northwestern High School vs Wooster High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern High School
West Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
327 students
Wooster High School
Wooster · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,182 students
| Measure | Northwestern High School West Salem, Ohio | Wooster High School Wooster, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 802 | #350 of 802 |
| National rank | #6914 of 16,910 | #5240 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 327 | 1,182 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 1,182 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 61% |
| city | West Salem | Wooster |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wooster High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 55.5).
- •Wooster High School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 37%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •Wooster High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 52%).
- •Northwestern High School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 17.4).
- •Wooster High School is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 327.
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 Northwestern High School better than Wooster High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wooster High School ranks higher (62.2 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 Northwestern High School and Wooster High School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between West Salem and Wooster in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern High School: 327. Wooster High School: 1,182. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern High School and Wooster High School rank in Ohio?
Northwestern High School is 456th of 802 and Wooster High School is 350th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).