Bay City Central High School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 711 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bay City Central High School
Bay City · Public high · Grades 9–12
921 students
Washington Elementary School
Bay City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
362 students
| Measure | Bay City Central High School Bay City, Michigan | Washington Elementary School Bay City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #431 of 591 | #1268 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #12720 of 16,910 | #42801 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 921 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 921 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Bay City | Bay City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bay City Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.7 vs 23.3).
- •Bay City Central High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Bay City Central High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Bay City Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71% vs 91.2%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 17.1).
- •Bay City Central High School is the larger school with 921 students compared with 362.
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 Bay City Central High School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Bay City Central High School ranks higher (32.7 vs 23.3 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 Bay City Central High School and Washington Elementary School?
About 711 m in a straight line, between Bay City and Bay City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bay City Central High School: 921. Washington Elementary School: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bay City Central High School and Washington Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Bay City Central High School is 431st of 591 and Washington Elementary School is 1268th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).