Adrienne C. Nelson High School vs Century High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adrienne C. Nelson High School
Happy Valley · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,536 students
Century High School
Hillsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,563 students
| Measure | Adrienne C. Nelson High School Happy Valley, Oregon | Century High School Hillsboro, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #188 of 215 | #66 of 215 |
| National rank | #14157 of 16,910 | #8815 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,536 | 1,563 |
| Enrollment | 1,536 | 1,563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 27.4 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 76% |
| Math proficiency | – | 40% |
| city | Happy Valley | Hillsboro |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Century High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.3 vs 26.1).
- •Adrienne C. Nelson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 68.4%).
- •Century High School does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 27.4).
- •Century High School is the larger school with 1,563 students compared with 1,536.
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 Adrienne C. Nelson High School better than Century High School?
On the Success Index (US), Century High School ranks higher (48.3 vs 26.1 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 Adrienne C. Nelson High School and Century High School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Happy Valley and Hillsboro in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School: 1,536. Century High School: 1,563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adrienne C. Nelson High School and Century High School rank in Oregon?
Adrienne C. Nelson High School is 188th of 215 and Century High School is 66th of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).