Central Elem vs Wamego High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 195 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Wamego · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
357 students
Wamego High
Wamego · Public high · Grades 9–12
504 students
| Measure | Central Elem Wamego, Kansas | Wamego High Wamego, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #65 of 686 | #57 of 296 |
| National rank | #8006 of 50,301 | #9272 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 357 | 504 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 504 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Wamego | Wamego |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 46.7).
- •Wamego High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 33.3%).
- •Central Elem does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.3).
- •Wamego High is the larger school with 504 students compared with 357.
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 Elem better than Wamego High?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem ranks higher (74.9 vs 46.7 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 Elem and Wamego High?
About 195 m in a straight line, between Wamego and Wamego in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 357. Wamego High: 504. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Wamego High rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 65th of 686 and Wamego High is 57th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).