Central Elementary School vs West Albany High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Albany · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
125 students
West Albany High School
Albany · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,297 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Albany, Oregon | West Albany High School Albany, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #350 of 678 | #55 of 215 |
| National rank | #31722 of 50,301 | #8221 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 125 | 1,297 |
| Enrollment | 125 | 1,297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 78.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| city | Albany | Albany |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Albany High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.7 vs 40.3).
- •West Albany High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •West Albany High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 47%).
- •West Albany High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.3% vs 78.4%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 23.6).
- •West Albany High School is the larger school with 1,297 students compared with 125.
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 Elementary School better than West Albany High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Albany High School ranks higher (50.7 vs 40.3 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 Elementary School and West Albany High School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Albany and Albany in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 125. West Albany High School: 1,297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and West Albany High School rank in Oregon?
Central Elementary School is 350th of 678 and West Albany High School is 55th of 215 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).