Central High vs Harvest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
625 students
Harvest Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
1,010 students
| Measure | Central High Fresno, California | Harvest Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #797 of 1,343 | #3274 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13014 of 16,910 | #38150 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 625 | 1,010 |
| Enrollment | 625 | 1,010 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.9% | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 28.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 46% |
| Math proficiency | – | 36% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.4 vs 30.6).
- •Harvest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.8% vs 74.9%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 28.9).
- •Harvest Elementary is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 625.
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 better than Harvest Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High and Harvest Elementary?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 625. Harvest Elementary: 1,010. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Harvest Elementary rank in California?
Central High is 797th of 1,343 and Harvest Elementary is 3274th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).