Arapahoe High School vs Ford Elementary
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.
Arapahoe High School
Centennial · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,748 students
Ford Elementary
Centennial · Public elementary · Grades K–5
653 students
| Measure | Arapahoe High School Centennial, Colorado | Ford Elementary Centennial, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #20 of 307 | #155 of 993 |
| National rank | #1839 of 16,910 | #12495 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,748 | 653 |
| Enrollment | 1,748 | 653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.8% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | – |
| Math proficiency | 68% | – |
| city | Centennial | Centennial |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arapahoe High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 68.3).
- •Ford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13% vs 16.8%).
- •Ford Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 22.7).
- •Arapahoe High School is the larger school with 1,748 students compared with 653.
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 Arapahoe High School better than Ford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arapahoe High School ranks higher (76.5 vs 68.3 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 Arapahoe High School and Ford Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Centennial and Centennial in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arapahoe High School: 1,748. Ford Elementary: 653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arapahoe High School and Ford Elementary rank in Colorado?
Arapahoe High School is 20th of 307 and Ford Elementary is 155th of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).