Central High School vs Cirrus Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Macon · Public high · Grades 9–12
892 students
Cirrus Charter Academy
Macon · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
429 students
| Measure | Central High School Macon, Georgia | Cirrus Charter Academy Macon, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 431 | #1308 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #13903 of 16,910 | #50185 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 892 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 892 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 9% |
| city | Macon | Macon |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.3 vs 5.2).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 9%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 12%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.5% vs 100%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.9).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 892 students compared with 429.
- •Central High School is a public school while Cirrus Charter Academy is a charter 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 Central High School better than Cirrus Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (27.3 vs 5.2 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 Cirrus Charter Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Macon and Macon in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 892. Cirrus Charter Academy: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Cirrus Charter Academy rank in Georgia?
Central High School is 268th of 431 and Cirrus Charter Academy is 1308th of 1,308 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).