Northwestern High vs York Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern High
Rock Hill · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,822 students
York Preparatory Academy
Rock Hill · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,672 students
| Measure | Northwestern High Rock Hill, South Carolina | York Preparatory Academy Rock Hill, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #97 of 228 | – |
| National rank | #3822 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 1,822 | 1,672 |
| Enrollment | 1,822 | 1,672 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 59% |
| city | Rock Hill | Rock Hill |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 59%).
- •Northwestern High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 58%).
- •York Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.0).
- •Northwestern High is the larger school with 1,822 students compared with 1,672.
- •Northwestern High is a public school while York Preparatory Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 better than York Preparatory Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Northwestern High and York Preparatory Academy?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Rock Hill and Rock Hill in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern High: 1,822. York Preparatory Academy: 1,672. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern High and York Preparatory Academy rank in South Carolina?
Northwestern High is 97th of 228 and York Preparatory Academy is unranked among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).