North Valley High School vs Southern Oregon Success Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Valley High School
Grants Pass · Public high · Grades 9–12
424 students
Southern Oregon Success Academy
Merlin · Public high · Grades 6–12
213 students
| Measure | North Valley High School Grants Pass, Oregon | Southern Oregon Success Academy Merlin, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 215 | #212 of 215 |
| National rank | #12160 of 16,910 | #16518 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 424 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 42.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Grants Pass | Merlin |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 11.2).
- •Southern Oregon Success Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.7% vs 99.3%).
- •North Valley High School does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 42.6).
- •North Valley High School is the larger school with 424 students compared with 213.
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 North Valley High School better than Southern Oregon Success Academy?
On the Success Index (US), North Valley High School ranks higher (35.2 vs 11.2 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 North Valley High School and Southern Oregon Success Academy?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Grants Pass and Merlin in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Valley High School: 424. Southern Oregon Success Academy: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Valley High School and Southern Oregon Success Academy rank in Oregon?
North Valley High School is 138th of 215 and Southern Oregon Success Academy is 212th of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).