Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction vs Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 751 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction
Grand Junction · Charter other · Grades K–9
457 students
Central High School
Grand Junction · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,352 students
| Measure | Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction Grand Junction, Colorado | Central High School Grand Junction, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #227 of 307 |
| National rank | – | #12370 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades K–9 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 457 | 1,352 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 1,352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.9% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 26% |
| city | Grand Junction | Grand Junction |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.9% vs 58.3%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,352 students compared with 457.
- •Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction is a charter school while Central High School is a public 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 Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction better than Central High School?
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 Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction and Central High School?
About 751 m in a straight line, between Grand Junction and Grand Junction in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction: 457. Central High School: 1,352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction and Central High School rank in Colorado?
Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction is unranked and Central High School is 227th of 307 among other schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).