De Forest High vs Nathan Hale High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wisconsin, United States, 107 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
De Forest High
DeForest · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,137 students
Nathan Hale High
West Allis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,134 students
| Measure | De Forest High DeForest, Wisconsin | Nathan Hale High West Allis, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #108 of 446 | #401 of 446 |
| National rank | #7228 of 16,910 | #14349 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,137 | 1,134 |
| Enrollment | 1,137 | 1,134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.2% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 15% |
| city | DeForest | West Allis |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •De Forest High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 25.2).
- •De Forest High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 15%).
- •De Forest High does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 31%).
- •De Forest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.2% vs 57.1%).
- •De Forest High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.2).
- •De Forest High is the larger school with 1,137 students compared with 1,134.
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 De Forest High better than Nathan Hale High?
On the Success Index (US), De Forest High ranks higher (54.3 vs 25.2 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 De Forest High and Nathan Hale High?
About 107 km in a straight line, between DeForest and West Allis in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
De Forest High: 1,137. Nathan Hale High: 1,134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do De Forest High and Nathan Hale High rank in Wisconsin?
De Forest High is 108th of 446 and Nathan Hale High is 401st of 446 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).