Alburnett Senior High School vs Central City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alburnett Senior High School
Alburnett · Public high · Grades 9–12
293 students
Central City High School
Central City · Public high · Grades 6–12
200 students
| Measure | Alburnett Senior High School Alburnett, Iowa | Central City High School Central City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #46 of 319 | #153 of 319 |
| National rank | #793 of 16,910 | #2141 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 293 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.5% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 84.5% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 74.5% | 62% |
| city | Alburnett | Central City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alburnett Senior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 75.0).
- •Alburnett Senior High School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 62%).
- •Alburnett Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 72%).
- •Alburnett Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.5% vs 37%).
- •Central City High School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 16.3).
- •Alburnett Senior High School is the larger school with 293 students compared with 200.
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 Alburnett Senior High School better than Central City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Alburnett Senior High School ranks higher (83.7 vs 75.0 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 Alburnett Senior High School and Central City High School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Alburnett and Central City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alburnett Senior High School: 293. Central City High School: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alburnett Senior High School and Central City High School rank in Iowa?
Alburnett Senior High School is 46th of 319 and Central City High School is 153rd of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).