Central High School vs Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Carrollton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,338 students
Jefferson High School
Jefferson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,339 students
| Measure | Central High School Carrollton, Georgia | Jefferson High School Jefferson, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #124 of 431 | #25 of 431 |
| National rank | #8585 of 16,910 | #1887 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,338 | 1,339 |
| Enrollment | 1,338 | 1,339 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 25.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 69% |
| city | Carrollton | Jefferson |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.3 vs 49.2).
- •Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 40%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 52%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 38.5%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 19.7).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 1,339 students compared with 1,338.
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 Jefferson High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson High School ranks higher (76.3 vs 49.2 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 Jefferson High School?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Jefferson in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,338. Jefferson High School: 1,339. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Jefferson High School rank in Georgia?
Central High School is 124th of 431 and Jefferson High School is 25th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).