Central Springs High School vs Emmetsburg High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 123 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Springs High School
Manly · Public high · Grades 9–12
236 students
Emmetsburg High School
Emmetsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
| Measure | Central Springs High School Manly, Iowa | Emmetsburg High School Emmetsburg, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #54 of 319 | #217 of 319 |
| National rank | #882 of 16,910 | #3316 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 236 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.7% | 37.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 117.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 84.5% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 84.5% | 72% |
| city | Manly | Emmetsburg |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Springs High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 69.9).
- •Central Springs High School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 72%).
- •Central Springs High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 77%).
- •Central Springs High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.7% vs 37.4%).
- •Central Springs High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 117.5).
- •Central Springs High School is the larger school with 236 students compared with 235.
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 Springs High School better than Emmetsburg High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Springs High School ranks higher (82.9 vs 69.9 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 Springs High School and Emmetsburg High School?
About 123 km in a straight line, between Manly and Emmetsburg in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Springs High School: 236. Emmetsburg High School: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Springs High School and Emmetsburg High School rank in Iowa?
Central Springs High School is 54th of 319 and Emmetsburg High School is 217th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).