Central High School vs Traverse Heights Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Traverse City · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,326 students
Traverse Heights Elem School
Traverse City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
245 students
| Measure | Central High School Traverse City, Michigan | Traverse Heights Elem School Traverse City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 591 | #1194 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #4348 of 16,910 | #40181 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,326 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 1,326 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.3% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 22% |
| city | Traverse City | Traverse City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 27.4).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 22%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 32%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.3% vs 73.1%).
- •Traverse Heights Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 23.7).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,326 students compared with 245.
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 Traverse Heights Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (65.7 vs 27.4 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 Central High School and Traverse Heights Elem School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Traverse City and Traverse City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,326. Traverse Heights Elem School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Traverse Heights Elem School rank in Michigan?
Central High School is 104th of 591 and Traverse Heights Elem School is 1194th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).