Central High School vs Northern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 6.4 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
Northern High School
Grand Rapids · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,088 students
| Measure | Central High School Grand Rapids, Michigan | Northern High School Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #21 of 591 | #10 of 591 |
| National rank | #1388 of 16,910 | #1179 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 999 | 1,088 |
| Enrollment | 999 | 1,088 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.7% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 67% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.6 vs 79.2).
- •Northern High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 65%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 81%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 17.6%).
- •Northern High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 18.2).
- •Northern High School is the larger school with 1,088 students compared with 999.
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 Northern High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northern High School ranks higher (80.6 vs 79.2 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 Northern High School?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 999. Northern High School: 1,088. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Northern High School rank in Michigan?
Central High School is 21st of 591 and Northern High School is 10th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).