Central City High School vs Dunkerton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 66 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central City High School
Central City · Public high · Grades 6–12
200 students
Dunkerton High School
Dunkerton · Public high · Grades 6–12
200 students
| Measure | Central City High School Central City, Iowa | Dunkerton High School Dunkerton, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #153 of 319 | #173 of 319 |
| National rank | #2141 of 16,910 | #2501 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 200 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| city | Central City | Dunkerton |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central City High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 73.3).
- •Dunkerton High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Central City High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Dunkerton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 37%).
- •Central City High School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.1).
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 City High School better than Dunkerton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central City High School ranks higher (75.0 vs 73.3 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 City High School and Dunkerton High School?
About 66 km in a straight line, between Central City and Dunkerton in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central City High School: 200. Dunkerton High School: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central City High School and Dunkerton High School rank in Iowa?
Central City High School is 153rd of 319 and Dunkerton High School is 173rd of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).