Central High School vs Glendale High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Phoenix · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,733 students
Glendale High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,734 students
| Measure | Central High School Phoenix, Arizona | Glendale High School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #197 of 286 | #198 of 286 |
| National rank | #12540 of 16,910 | #12653 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,733 | 1,734 |
| Enrollment | 1,733 | 1,734 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| city | Phoenix | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (33.5 vs 33.0).
- •Glendale High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 21.4).
- •Glendale High School is the larger school with 1,734 students compared with 1,733.
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 Glendale High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High School and Glendale High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,733. Glendale High School: 1,734. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Glendale High School rank in Arizona?
Central High School is 197th of 286 and Glendale High School is 198th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).