Central City High School vs Hershey High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nebraska, United States, 251 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central City High School
Central City · Public high · Grades 9–12
243 students
Hershey High School
Hershey · Public high · Grades 7–12
239 students
| Measure | Central City High School Central City, Nebraska | Hershey High School Hershey, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 242 | #134 of 242 |
| National rank | #5441 of 16,910 | #5606 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 243 | 239 |
| Enrollment | 243 | 239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.7% | 32.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| city | Central City | Hershey |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.4 vs 60.8).
- •Central City High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Hershey High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Central City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.7% vs 32.6%).
- •Central City High School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.6).
- •Central City High School is the larger school with 243 students compared with 239.
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 City High School better than Hershey High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central City High School and Hershey High School?
About 251 km in a straight line, between Central City and Hershey in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central City High School: 243. Hershey High School: 239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central City High School and Hershey High School rank in Nebraska?
Central City High School is 130th of 242 and Hershey High School is 134th of 242 among high schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).