Bard Early College High School vs Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 566 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bard Early College High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
395 students
Central High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,051 students
| Measure | Bard Early College High School Newark, New Jersey | Central High School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #198 of 357 | #347 of 357 |
| National rank | #8498 of 16,910 | #15778 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 395 | 1,051 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 1,051 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 74.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 2% |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bard Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 16.9).
- •Bard Early College High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 2%).
- •Bard Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 15%).
- •Bard Early College High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 74.5%).
- •Bard Early College High School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,051 students compared with 395.
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 Bard Early College High School better than Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bard Early College High School ranks higher (49.5 vs 16.9 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 Bard Early College High School and Central High School?
About 566 m in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bard Early College High School: 395. Central High School: 1,051. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bard Early College High School and Central High School rank in New Jersey?
Bard Early College High School is 198th of 357 and Central High School is 347th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).