Central High School vs West Michigan Aviation Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 6.5 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
West Michigan Aviation Academy
Grand Rapids · Charter high · Grades 9–12
600 students
| Measure | Central High School Grand Rapids, Michigan | West Michigan Aviation Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 591 | #38 of 591 |
| National rank | #1388 of 16,910 | #1927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 999 | 600 |
| Enrollment | 999 | 600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.7% | 19.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 62% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.2 vs 76.1).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 77%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 19.2%).
- •West Michigan Aviation Academy does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.2).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 999 students compared with 600.
- •Central High School is a public school while West Michigan Aviation Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 West Michigan Aviation Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (79.2 vs 76.1 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 West Michigan Aviation Academy?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 999. West Michigan Aviation Academy: 600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and West Michigan Aviation Academy rank in Michigan?
Central High School is 21st of 591 and West Michigan Aviation Academy is 38th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).