Central High School vs Premier High School of Little Rock
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 847 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Little Rock · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,371 students
Premier High School of Little Rock
Little Rock · Charter high · Grades 9–12
78 students
| Measure | Central High School Little Rock, Arkansas | Premier High School of Little Rock Little Rock, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 276 | #222 of 276 |
| National rank | #9540 of 16,910 | #14023 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,371 | 78 |
| Enrollment | 2,371 | 78 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56% | 44.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 6.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 10% |
| city | Little Rock | Little Rock |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 26.8).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 10%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 10%).
- •Premier High School of Little Rock does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 56%).
- •Premier High School of Little Rock does better on students per teacher (6.0 vs 14.7).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 2,371 students compared with 78.
- •Central High School is a public school while Premier High School of Little Rock is a charter 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 Central High School better than Premier High School of Little Rock?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (45.6 vs 26.8 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 Premier High School of Little Rock?
About 847 m in a straight line, between Little Rock and Little Rock in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 2,371. Premier High School of Little Rock: 78. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Premier High School of Little Rock rank in Arkansas?
Central High School is 121st of 276 and Premier High School of Little Rock is 222nd of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).