Central High School vs J.f. Wahl Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
West Helena · Public high · Grades 7–12
439 students
J.f. Wahl Elementary School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
539 students
| Measure | Central High School West Helena, Arkansas | J.f. Wahl Elementary School Helena, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 276 | #493 of 511 |
| National rank | #15282 of 16,910 | #48765 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 439 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 22% |
| city | West Helena | Helena |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.8 vs 12.3).
- •J.f. Wahl Elementary School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 8%).
- •J.f. Wahl Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 16%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.5% vs 100%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (7.8 vs 15.9).
- •J.f. Wahl Elementary School is the larger school with 539 students compared with 439.
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 J.f. Wahl Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (19.8 vs 12.3 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 J.f. Wahl Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between West Helena and Helena in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 439. J.f. Wahl Elementary School: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and J.f. Wahl Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Central High School is 260th of 276 and J.f. Wahl Elementary School is 493rd of 511 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).