Middleton High vs West High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wisconsin, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middleton High
Middleton · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,303 students
West High
Madison · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,222 students
| Measure | Middleton High Middleton, Wisconsin | West High Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #6 of 446 | #45 of 446 |
| National rank | #2166 of 16,910 | #5028 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,303 | 2,222 |
| Enrollment | 2,303 | 2,222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.8% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 47% |
| city | Middleton | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middleton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 63.1).
- •Middleton High does better on math proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •Middleton High does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 65%).
- •Middleton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.8% vs 34.2%).
- •Middleton High does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.2).
- •Middleton High is the larger school with 2,303 students compared with 2,222.
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 Middleton High better than West High?
On the Success Index (US), Middleton High ranks higher (74.9 vs 63.1 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 Middleton High and West High?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Middleton and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middleton High: 2,303. West High: 2,222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middleton High and West High rank in Wisconsin?
Middleton High is 6th of 446 and West High is 45th of 446 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).