Adams City High School vs Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams City High School
Commerce City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,500 students
Central Elementary School
Commerce City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
421 students
| Measure | Adams City High School Commerce City, Colorado | Central Elementary School Commerce City, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #303 of 307 | #982 of 993 |
| National rank | #16399 of 16,910 | #49120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,500 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 1,500 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.1% | 90.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 16% |
| city | Commerce City | Commerce City |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams City High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.4 vs 11.2).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 8%).
- •Adams City High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 19%).
- •Adams City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.1% vs 90.5%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 20.3).
- •Adams City High School is the larger school with 1,500 students compared with 421.
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 Adams City High School better than Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Adams City High School ranks higher (12.4 vs 11.2 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 Adams City High School and Central Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Commerce City and Commerce City in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams City High School: 1,500. Central Elementary School: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams City High School and Central Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Adams City High School is 303rd of 307 and Central Elementary School is 982nd of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).