Central High School vs Nashville High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 304 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
Nashville High School
Nashville · Public high · Grades 10–12
444 students
| Measure | Central High School West Helena, Arkansas | Nashville High School Nashville, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 276 | #158 of 276 |
| National rank | #15282 of 16,910 | #11246 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 439 | 444 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 7.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 37% |
| city | West Helena | Nashville |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nashville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 19.8).
- •Nashville High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 8%).
- •Nashville High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 16%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.5% vs 99.3%).
- •Nashville High School does better on students per teacher (7.5 vs 7.8).
- •Nashville High School is the larger school with 444 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 Nashville High School?
On the Success Index (US), Nashville High School ranks higher (38.8 vs 19.8 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 Nashville High School?
About 304 km in a straight line, between West Helena and Nashville in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 439. Nashville High School: 444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Nashville High School rank in Arkansas?
Central High School is 260th of 276 and Nashville High School is 158th of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).