St. Johns High vs West Ashley High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St. Johns High
Johns Island · Public high · Grades 9–12
390 students
West Ashley High
Charleston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,069 students
| Measure | St. Johns High Johns Island, South Carolina | West Ashley High Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #117 of 228 | #73 of 228 |
| National rank | #4714 of 16,910 | #2913 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 390 | 2,069 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 2,069 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 65% |
| city | Johns Island | Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Ashley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 64.3).
- •West Ashley High does better on math proficiency (65% vs 52%).
- •West Ashley High does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •St. Johns High does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 16.6).
- •West Ashley High is the larger school with 2,069 students compared with 390.
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 St. Johns High better than West Ashley High?
On the Success Index (US), West Ashley High ranks higher (71.6 vs 64.3 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 St. Johns High and West Ashley High?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Johns Island and Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
St. Johns High: 390. West Ashley High: 2,069. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do St. Johns High and West Ashley High rank in South Carolina?
St. Johns High is 117th of 228 and West Ashley High is 73rd of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).