Central High School vs Lakewood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Phenix City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,579 students
Lakewood Elementary School
Phenix City · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
455 students
| Measure | Central High School Phenix City, Alabama | Lakewood Elementary School Phenix City, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #162 of 304 | #58 of 699 |
| National rank | #11497 of 16,910 | #8717 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 1,579 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 1,579 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 35.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 71% |
| city | Phenix City | Phenix City |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakewood Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 37.8).
- •Lakewood Elementary School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 39%).
- •Lakewood Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 41%).
- •Lakewood Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.6% vs 56.4%).
- •Lakewood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,579 students compared with 455.
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 Central High School better than Lakewood Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakewood Elementary School ranks higher (73.8 vs 37.8 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 Central High School and Lakewood Elementary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Phenix City and Phenix City in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,579. Lakewood Elementary School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Lakewood Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Central High School is 162nd of 304 and Lakewood Elementary School is 58th of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).