Madison Central High School vs Ridgeland High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison Central High School
Madison · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,260 students
Ridgeland High School
Ridgeland · Public high · Grades 9–12
995 students
| Measure | Madison Central High School Madison, Mississippi | Ridgeland High School Ridgeland, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #44 of 197 | #104 of 197 |
| National rank | #7615 of 16,910 | #12498 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,260 | 995 |
| Enrollment | 1,260 | 995 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.1% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 25% |
| city | Madison | Ridgeland |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 33.7).
- •Ridgeland High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 5%).
- •Madison Central High School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 41%).
- •Madison Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 71.3%).
- •Ridgeland High School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.3).
- •Madison Central High School is the larger school with 1,260 students compared with 995.
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 Madison Central High School better than Ridgeland High School?
On the Success Index (US), Madison Central High School ranks higher (52.9 vs 33.7 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 Madison Central High School and Ridgeland High School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Madison and Ridgeland in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison Central High School: 1,260. Ridgeland High School: 995. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison Central High School and Ridgeland High School rank in Mississippi?
Madison Central High School is 44th of 197 and Ridgeland High School is 104th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).