Central High School vs Pine Ridge Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 5.1 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
Pine Ridge Elementary School
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
472 students
| Measure | Central High School Grand Rapids, Michigan | Pine Ridge Elementary School Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #21 of 591 | #86 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #1388 of 16,910 | #5043 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 999 | 472 |
| Enrollment | 999 | 472 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.7% | 8.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 73% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.2 vs 79.9).
- •Pine Ridge Elementary School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 65%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 73%).
- •Pine Ridge Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.3% vs 13.7%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 999 students compared with 472.
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 Pine Ridge Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High School and Pine Ridge Elementary School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 999. Pine Ridge Elementary School: 472. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Pine Ridge Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central High School is 21st of 591 and Pine Ridge Elementary School is 86th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).