Central Middle School vs Garfield Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Port Huron · Public middle · Grades 6–8
599 students
Garfield Elementary School
Port Huron · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
377 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Port Huron, Michigan | Garfield Elementary School Port Huron, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #419 of 485 | #1009 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #13265 of 15,369 | #34177 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 599 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.4% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 32% |
| city | Port Huron | Port Huron |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 22.8).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.4% vs 68.2%).
- •Garfield Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 16.6).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 599 students compared with 377.
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 Middle School better than Garfield Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield Elementary School ranks higher (36.7 vs 22.8 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 Middle School and Garfield Elementary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Port Huron and Port Huron in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 599. Garfield Elementary School: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Garfield Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Middle School is 419th of 485 and Garfield Elementary School is 1009th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).