Riverside High School vs Sherman High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverside High School
Belle · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,057 students
Sherman High School
Seth · Public high · Grades 9–12
316 students
| Measure | Riverside High School Belle, West Virginia | Sherman High School Seth, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 110 | #83 of 110 |
| National rank | #15218 of 16,910 | #14105 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,057 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 1,057 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 12% |
| city | Belle | Seth |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 20.3).
- •Riverside High School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 12%).
- •Sherman High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.5).
- •Riverside High School is the larger school with 1,057 students compared with 316.
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 Riverside High School better than Sherman High School?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman High School ranks higher (26.4 vs 20.3 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 Riverside High School and Sherman High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Belle and Seth in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverside High School: 1,057. Sherman High School: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverside High School and Sherman High School rank in West Virginia?
Riverside High School is 103rd of 110 and Sherman High School is 83rd of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).