Houghton Central High School vs South Range Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 7.6 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
South Range Elementary School
South Range · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
204 students
| Measure | Houghton Central High School Houghton, Michigan | South Range Elementary School South Range, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 591 | #617 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #1716 of 16,910 | #22455 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 481 | 204 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 204 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.7% | 42.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Houghton | South Range |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houghton Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 53.9).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •Houghton Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.7% vs 42.6%).
- •South Range Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.5).
- •Houghton Central High School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 204.
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 South Range Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Houghton Central High School ranks higher (77.1 vs 53.9 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 South Range Elementary School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Houghton and South Range in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houghton Central High School: 481. South Range Elementary School: 204. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houghton Central High School and South Range Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Houghton Central High School is 31st of 591 and South Range Elementary School is 617th of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).