Hirsch Metropolitan High School vs South Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 339 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
183 students
South Central High School
Farina · Public high · Grades 9–12
183 students
| Measure | Hirsch Metropolitan High School Chicago, Illinois | South Central High School Farina, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #562 of 691 | #400 of 691 |
| National rank | #15579 of 16,910 | #12965 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 183 | 183 |
| Enrollment | 183 | 183 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 15% |
| city | Chicago | Farina |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 18.2).
- •South Central High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 10%).
- •South Central High School does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 10%).
- •South Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47% vs 80.3%).
- •South Central High School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 11.4).
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 Hirsch Metropolitan High School better than South Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Central High School ranks higher (31.7 vs 18.2 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 Hirsch Metropolitan High School and South Central High School?
About 339 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Farina in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School: 183. South Central High School: 183. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hirsch Metropolitan High School and South Central High School rank in Illinois?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School is 562nd of 691 and South Central High School is 400th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).