Central High School vs Newark Vocational High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 371 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,051 students
Newark Vocational High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
591 students
| Measure | Central High School Newark, New Jersey | Newark Vocational High School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 357 | #229 of 357 |
| National rank | #15778 of 16,910 | #10154 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,051 | 591 |
| Enrollment | 1,051 | 591 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 86.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | – |
| Math proficiency | 2% | – |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newark Vocational High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 16.9).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.5% vs 86.6%).
- •Newark Vocational High School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 13.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,051 students compared with 591.
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 Newark Vocational High School?
On the Success Index (US), Newark Vocational High School ranks higher (43.2 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 Central High School and Newark Vocational High School?
About 371 m in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,051. Newark Vocational High School: 591. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Newark Vocational High School rank in New Jersey?
Central High School is 347th of 357 and Newark Vocational High School is 229th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).