Central High School vs Grand Island Senior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Nebraska, United States, 206 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Omaha · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,587 students
Grand Island Senior High School
Grand Island · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,696 students
| Measure | Central High School Omaha, Nebraska | Grand Island Senior High School Grand Island, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 242 | #231 of 242 |
| National rank | #11546 of 16,910 | #13336 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,587 | 2,696 |
| Enrollment | 2,587 | 2,696 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 37% |
| city | Omaha | Grand Island |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 30.0).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 29%).
- •Grand Island Senior High School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 20.7).
- •Grand Island Senior High School is the larger school with 2,696 students compared with 2,587.
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 High School better than Grand Island Senior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (37.6 vs 30.0 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 High School and Grand Island Senior High School?
About 206 km in a straight line, between Omaha and Grand Island in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 2,587. Grand Island Senior High School: 2,696. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Grand Island Senior High School rank in Nebraska?
Central High School is 225th of 242 and Grand Island Senior High School is 231st of 242 among high schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).