Apple Valley High vs Centennial High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 202 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apple Valley High
Apple Valley · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,211 students
Centennial High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,212 students
| Measure | Apple Valley High Apple Valley, California | Centennial High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #917 of 1,343 | #331 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13902 of 16,910 | #7414 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,211 | 2,212 |
| Enrollment | 2,211 | 2,212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.4% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 39% |
| city | Apple Valley | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Centennial High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 27.3).
- •Centennial High does better on math proficiency (39% vs 18%).
- •Centennial High does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 51%).
- •Centennial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 66.4%).
- •Apple Valley High does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 25.4).
- •Centennial High is the larger school with 2,212 students compared with 2,211.
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 Apple Valley High better than Centennial High?
On the Success Index (US), Centennial High ranks higher (53.6 vs 27.3 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 Apple Valley High and Centennial High?
About 202 km in a straight line, between Apple Valley and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Apple Valley High: 2,211. Centennial High: 2,212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Apple Valley High and Centennial High rank in California?
Apple Valley High is 917th of 1,343 and Centennial High is 331st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).