Benzie Central Sr High School vs McBain High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benzie Central Sr High School
Benzonia · Public high · Grades 9–12
292 students
McBain High School
Mc Bain · Public high · Grades 9–12
294 students
| Measure | Benzie Central Sr High School Benzonia, Michigan | McBain High School Mc Bain, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #261 of 591 | #190 of 591 |
| National rank | #8272 of 16,910 | #6417 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 292 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 292 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| city | Benzonia | Mc Bain |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McBain High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 50.4).
- •McBain High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Benzie Central Sr High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •McBain High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 49.7%).
- •Benzie Central Sr High School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.3).
- •McBain High School is the larger school with 294 students compared with 292.
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 Benzie Central Sr High School better than McBain High School?
On the Success Index (US), McBain High School ranks higher (57.6 vs 50.4 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 Benzie Central Sr High School and McBain High School?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Benzonia and Mc Bain in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benzie Central Sr High School: 292. McBain High School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benzie Central Sr High School and McBain High School rank in Michigan?
Benzie Central Sr High School is 261st of 591 and McBain High School is 190th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).