Central High vs Mountain Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 194 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Capitol Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
754 students
Mountain Ridge High School
Frostburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
743 students
| Measure | Central High Capitol Heights, Maryland | Mountain Ridge High School Frostburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #156 of 197 | #92 of 197 |
| National rank | #14255 of 16,910 | #6821 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 754 | 743 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 743 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 42% |
| city | Capitol Heights | Frostburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mountain Ridge High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.9 vs 25.6).
- •Mountain Ridge High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Mountain Ridge High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 32%).
- •Mountain Ridge High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 71%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.5).
- •Central High is the larger school with 754 students compared with 743.
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 better than Mountain Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mountain Ridge High School ranks higher (55.9 vs 25.6 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 and Mountain Ridge High School?
About 194 km in a straight line, between Capitol Heights and Frostburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 754. Mountain Ridge High School: 743. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Mountain Ridge High School rank in Maryland?
Central High is 156th of 197 and Mountain Ridge High School is 92nd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).