Houghton Central High School vs Jeffers High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houghton Central High School
Houghton · Public high · Grades 9–12
481 students
Jeffers High School
Painesdale · Public high · Grades 7–12
270 students
| Measure | Houghton Central High School Houghton, Michigan | Jeffers High School Painesdale, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 591 | #193 of 591 |
| National rank | #1716 of 16,910 | #6527 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 481 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.7% | 31.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Houghton | Painesdale |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houghton Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 57.2).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.7% vs 31.9%).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.9).
- •Houghton Central High School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 270.
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 Houghton Central High School better than Jeffers High School?
On the Success Index (US), Houghton Central High School ranks higher (77.1 vs 57.2 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 Houghton Central High School and Jeffers High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Houghton and Painesdale in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houghton Central High School: 481. Jeffers High School: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houghton Central High School and Jeffers High School rank in Michigan?
Houghton Central High School is 31st of 591 and Jeffers High School is 193rd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).