Central High School vs Hart Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 197 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Grand Rapids · Public high · Grades 9–12
999 students
Hart Middle School
Rochester Hills · Public high · Grades 6–12
999 students
| Measure | Central High School Grand Rapids, Michigan | Hart Middle School Rochester Hills, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 591 | #57 of 591 |
| National rank | #1388 of 16,910 | #2762 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 999 | 999 |
| Enrollment | 999 | 999 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.7% | 9.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 66% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Rochester Hills |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.2 vs 72.2).
- •Hart Middle School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 65%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 72%).
- •Hart Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.8% vs 13.7%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 25.0).
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 Hart Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (79.2 vs 72.2 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 Hart Middle School?
About 197 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Rochester Hills in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 999. Hart Middle School: 999. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Hart Middle School rank in Michigan?
Central High School is 21st of 591 and Hart Middle School is 57th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).