Central High School vs Evans School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Evansville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,087 students
Evans School
Evansville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
473 students
| Measure | Central High School Evansville, Indiana | Evans School Evansville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 387 | #970 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #6948 of 16,910 | #41699 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,087 | 473 |
| Enrollment | 1,087 | 473 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 23% |
| city | Evansville | Evansville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 25.0).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 23%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 17%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.2% vs 72.5%).
- •Evans School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.3).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 473.
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 Evans School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (55.3 vs 25.0 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 Central High School and Evans School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Evansville and Evansville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,087. Evans School: 473. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Evans School rank in Indiana?
Central High School is 164th of 387 and Evans School is 970th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).