Central High School vs Merritt Island High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Brooksville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,444 students
Merritt Island High School
Merritt Island · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,446 students
| Measure | Central High School Brooksville, Florida | Merritt Island High School Merritt Island, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 576 | #188 of 576 |
| National rank | #10042 of 16,910 | #5878 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,444 | 1,446 |
| Enrollment | 1,444 | 1,446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.7% | 33.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 53% |
| city | Brooksville | Merritt Island |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merritt Island High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 43.6).
- •Merritt Island High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 44%).
- •Merritt Island High School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 42%).
- •Merritt Island High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 46.7%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.0).
- •Merritt Island High School is the larger school with 1,446 students compared with 1,444.
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 Merritt Island High School?
On the Success Index (US), Merritt Island High School ranks higher (59.7 vs 43.6 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 Merritt Island High School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Brooksville and Merritt Island in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,444. Merritt Island High School: 1,446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Merritt Island High School rank in Florida?
Central High School is 373rd of 576 and Merritt Island High School is 188th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).