Columbia HS vs Northwestern SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 383 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia HS
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
397 students
Northwestern SHS
Albion · Public high · Grades 9–12
398 students
| Measure | Columbia HS Columbia, Pennsylvania | Northwestern SHS Albion, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 618 | #341 of 618 |
| National rank | #7392 of 16,910 | #6047 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 397 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 103.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| city | Columbia | Albion |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.1 vs 53.7).
- •Northwestern SHS does better on math proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •Northwestern SHS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Northwestern SHS does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.7).
- •Northwestern SHS is the larger school with 398 students compared with 397.
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 Columbia HS better than Northwestern SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern SHS ranks higher (59.1 vs 53.7 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 Columbia HS and Northwestern SHS?
About 383 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Albion in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia HS: 397. Northwestern SHS: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia HS and Northwestern SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Columbia HS is 397th of 618 and Northwestern SHS is 341st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).