Central High School vs Durango High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 207 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Grand Junction · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,352 students
Durango High School
Durango · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,352 students
| Measure | Central High School Grand Junction, Colorado | Durango High School Durango, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #227 of 307 | #75 of 307 |
| National rank | #12370 of 16,910 | #4572 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,352 | 1,352 |
| Enrollment | 1,352 | 1,352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 42% |
| city | Grand Junction | Durango |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Durango High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.8 vs 34.2).
- •Durango High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 26%).
- •Durango High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 45%).
- •Durango High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 58.3%).
- •Durango High School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 17.1).
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 School better than Durango High School?
On the Success Index (US), Durango High School ranks higher (64.8 vs 34.2 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 High School and Durango High School?
About 207 km in a straight line, between Grand Junction and Durango in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,352. Durango High School: 1,352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Durango High School rank in Colorado?
Central High School is 227th of 307 and Durango High School is 75th of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).