Fox River Academy vs West High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fox River Academy
Appleton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
150 students
West High
Appleton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,024 students
| Measure | Fox River Academy Appleton, Wisconsin | West High Appleton, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #183 of 1,069 | #357 of 446 |
| National rank | #9437 of 50,301 | #12775 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 150 | 1,024 |
| Enrollment | 150 | 1,024 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.3% | 50.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 19% |
| city | Appleton | Appleton |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fox River Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 32.5).
- •Fox River Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 19%).
- •Fox River Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Fox River Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.3% vs 50.1%).
- •West High does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.8).
- •West High is the larger school with 1,024 students compared with 150.
- •Fox River Academy is a charter school while West High is a public 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 Fox River Academy better than West High?
On the Success Index (US), Fox River Academy ranks higher (72.7 vs 32.5 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 Fox River Academy and West High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Appleton and Appleton in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fox River Academy: 150. West High: 1,024. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fox River Academy and West High rank in Wisconsin?
Fox River Academy is 183rd of 1,069 and West High is 357th of 446 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).