Central High School vs Walnut Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 171 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
Walnut Ridge High School
Walnut Ridge · Public high · Grades 7–12
437 students
| Measure | Central High School West Helena, Arkansas | Walnut Ridge High School Walnut Ridge, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 276 | #66 of 276 |
| National rank | #15282 of 16,910 | #7548 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 439 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 6.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 42% |
| city | West Helena | Walnut Ridge |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Ridge High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.2 vs 19.8).
- •Walnut Ridge High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 8%).
- •Walnut Ridge High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 16%).
- •Walnut Ridge High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.6% vs 94.5%).
- •Walnut Ridge High School does better on students per teacher (6.9 vs 7.8).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 437.
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 Walnut Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Ridge High School ranks higher (53.2 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 Walnut Ridge High School?
About 171 km in a straight line, between West Helena and Walnut Ridge in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 439. Walnut Ridge High School: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Walnut Ridge High School rank in Arkansas?
Central High School is 260th of 276 and Walnut Ridge High School is 66th of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).