Central Elementary vs Health Sciences High and Middle College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 394 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
497 students
Health Sciences High and Middle College
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
535 students
| Measure | Central Elementary San Diego, California | Health Sciences High and Middle College San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5291 of 5,693 | #851 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #48794 of 50,301 | #13384 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 497 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 72% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 17% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Health Sciences High and Middle College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 12.2).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 17%).
- •Health Sciences High and Middle College does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Health Sciences High and Middle College does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 95.2%).
- •Health Sciences High and Middle College does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 21.6).
- •Health Sciences High and Middle College is the larger school with 535 students compared with 497.
- •Central Elementary is a public school while Health Sciences High and Middle College is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Elementary better than Health Sciences High and Middle College?
On the Success Index (US), Health Sciences High and Middle College ranks higher (29.8 vs 12.2 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 Elementary and Health Sciences High and Middle College?
About 394 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 497. Health Sciences High and Middle College: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Health Sciences High and Middle College rank in California?
Central Elementary is 5291st of 5,693 and Health Sciences High and Middle College is 851st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).