Centennial Middle School vs South Lyon High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial Middle School
South Lyon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
898 students
South Lyon High School
South Lyon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,245 students
| Measure | Centennial Middle School South Lyon, Michigan | South Lyon High School South Lyon, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #96 of 485 | #17 of 591 |
| National rank | #3678 of 15,369 | #1272 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 898 | 1,245 |
| Enrollment | 898 | 1,245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.9% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 72% |
| city | South Lyon | South Lyon |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lyon High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.0 vs 68.4).
- •South Lyon High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 55%).
- •South Lyon High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 60%).
- •South Lyon High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14% vs 17.9%).
- •South Lyon High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 19.1).
- •South Lyon High School is the larger school with 1,245 students compared with 898.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Centennial Middle School better than South Lyon High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Lyon High School ranks higher (80.0 vs 68.4 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 Centennial Middle School and South Lyon High School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between South Lyon and South Lyon in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial Middle School: 898. South Lyon High School: 1,245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial Middle School and South Lyon High School rank in Michigan?
Centennial Middle School is 96th of 485 and South Lyon High School is 17th of 591 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).