Central High School vs North High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 5.0 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
North High School
Davenport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,190 students
| Measure | Central High School Davenport, Iowa | North High School Davenport, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #269 of 319 | #293 of 319 |
| National rank | #5088 of 16,910 | #7137 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,288 | 1,190 |
| Enrollment | 1,288 | 1,190 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.2% | 51.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 50% |
| city | Davenport | Davenport |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 54.7).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 50%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 61%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.2% vs 51.9%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.0).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,288 students compared with 1,190.
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 North High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (62.8 vs 54.7 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 North High School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Davenport and Davenport in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,288. North High School: 1,190. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and North High School rank in Iowa?
Central High School is 269th of 319 and North High School is 293rd of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).