Calhoun High School vs Gordon Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calhoun High School
Calhoun · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,282 students
Gordon Central High School
Calhoun · Public high · Grades 9–12
875 students
| Measure | Calhoun High School Calhoun, Georgia | Gordon Central High School Calhoun, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 431 | #205 of 431 |
| National rank | #13543 of 16,910 | #11942 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,282 | 875 |
| Enrollment | 1,282 | 875 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.1% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 50% |
| city | Calhoun | Calhoun |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gordon Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.1 vs 29.0).
- •Gordon Central High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 34%).
- •Gordon Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 33%).
- •Calhoun High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.1% vs 99%).
- •Gordon Central High School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 17.6).
- •Calhoun High School is the larger school with 1,282 students compared with 875.
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 Calhoun High School better than Gordon Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gordon Central High School ranks higher (36.1 vs 29.0 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 Calhoun High School and Gordon Central High School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Calhoun and Calhoun in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calhoun High School: 1,282. Gordon Central High School: 875. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calhoun High School and Gordon Central High School rank in Georgia?
Calhoun High School is 259th of 431 and Gordon Central High School is 205th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).