Centennial High vs Ronald E. McNair Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 468 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial High
Compton · Public high · Grades 9–12
908 students
Ronald E. McNair Elementary
Compton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
358 students
| Measure | Centennial High Compton, California | Ronald E. McNair Elementary Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1281 of 1,343 | #3598 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16334 of 16,910 | #40485 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 908 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 908 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.1% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 40% |
| city | Compton | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ronald E. McNair Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 13.0).
- •Ronald E. McNair Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 6%).
- •Ronald E. McNair Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 33%).
- •Ronald E. McNair Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.5% vs 90.1%).
- •Centennial High does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 23.9).
- •Centennial High is the larger school with 908 students compared with 358.
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 Centennial High better than Ronald E. McNair Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ronald E. McNair Elementary ranks higher (26.9 vs 13.0 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 Centennial High and Ronald E. McNair Elementary?
About 468 m in a straight line, between Compton and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial High: 908. Ronald E. McNair Elementary: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial High and Ronald E. McNair Elementary rank in California?
Centennial High is 1281st of 1,343 and Ronald E. McNair Elementary is 3598th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).