Cranston High School West vs Western Hills Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 373 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cranston High School West
Cranston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,653 students
Western Hills Middle School
Cranston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
727 students
| Measure | Cranston High School West Cranston, Rhode Island | Western Hills Middle School Cranston, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #23 of 57 | #28 of 58 |
| National rank | #7119 of 16,910 | #8974 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,653 | 727 |
| Enrollment | 1,653 | 727 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.2% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | Cranston | Cranston |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cranston High School West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 43.9).
- •Cranston High School West does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 43%).
- •Cranston High School West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.2% vs 47.3%).
- •Western Hills Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.4).
- •Cranston High School West is the larger school with 1,653 students compared with 727.
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 Cranston High School West better than Western Hills Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Cranston High School West ranks higher (54.7 vs 43.9 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 Cranston High School West and Western Hills Middle School?
About 373 m in a straight line, between Cranston and Cranston in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cranston High School West: 1,653. Western Hills Middle School: 727. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cranston High School West and Western Hills Middle School rank in Rhode Island?
Cranston High School West is 23rd of 57 and Western Hills Middle School is 28th of 58 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).