Central High School vs Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Baton Rouge · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,529 students
Central Middle School
Central · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,012 students
| Measure | Central High School Baton Rouge, Louisiana | Central Middle School Central, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #34 of 246 | #39 of 218 |
| National rank | #2118 of 16,910 | #1624 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,529 | 1,012 |
| Enrollment | 1,529 | 1,012 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 55.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| city | Baton Rouge | Central |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 75.1).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 82%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 55.9%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.1).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,529 students compared with 1,012.
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 Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (79.1 vs 75.1 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 Central Middle School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Central in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,529. Central Middle School: 1,012. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Central Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Central High School is 34th of 246 and Central Middle School is 39th of 218 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).