Central High School vs Garfield Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Davenport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,288 students
Garfield Elementary School
Davenport · Public elementary · Grades K–5
393 students
| Measure | Central High School Davenport, Iowa | Garfield Elementary School Davenport, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #269 of 319 | #530 of 654 |
| National rank | #5088 of 16,910 | #16577 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,288 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 1,288 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.2% | 59% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 62% |
| city | Davenport | Davenport |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.8 vs 62.3).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 55%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 56%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.2% vs 59%).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.5).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,288 students compared with 393.
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 Garfield Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High School and Garfield Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Davenport and Davenport in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,288. Garfield Elementary School: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Garfield Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Central High School is 269th of 319 and Garfield Elementary School is 530th of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).