Burrillville High School vs Westerly High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 67 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burrillville High School
Harrisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
634 students
Westerly High School
Westerly · Public high · Grades 9–12
650 students
| Measure | Burrillville High School Harrisville, Rhode Island | Westerly High School Westerly, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 57 | #18 of 57 |
| National rank | #5997 of 16,910 | #5029 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 634 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 38.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Harrisville | Westerly |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westerly High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 59.2).
- •Westerly High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Burrillville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 38.5%).
- •Westerly High School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.0).
- •Westerly High School is the larger school with 650 students compared with 634.
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 Burrillville High School better than Westerly High School?
On the Success Index (US), Westerly High School ranks higher (63.1 vs 59.2 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 Burrillville High School and Westerly High School?
About 67 km in a straight line, between Harrisville and Westerly in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burrillville High School: 634. Westerly High School: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burrillville High School and Westerly High School rank in Rhode Island?
Burrillville High School is 21st of 57 and Westerly High School is 18th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).