Bryant High School vs Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bryant High School
Bryant · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,369 students
Central High School
Little Rock · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,371 students
| Measure | Bryant High School Bryant, Arkansas | Central High School Little Rock, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #89 of 276 | #121 of 276 |
| National rank | #8350 of 16,910 | #9540 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,369 | 2,371 |
| Enrollment | 2,369 | 2,371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.4% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 38% |
| city | Bryant | Little Rock |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bryant High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.1 vs 45.6).
- •Bryant High School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 38%).
- •Bryant High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Bryant High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 56%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.1).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 2,371 students compared with 2,369.
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 Bryant High School better than Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bryant High School ranks higher (50.1 vs 45.6 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 Bryant High School and Central High School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Bryant and Little Rock in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bryant High School: 2,369. Central High School: 2,371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bryant High School and Central High School rank in Arkansas?
Bryant High School is 89th of 276 and Central High School is 121st of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).