Central High School vs Parkrose High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Oregon, United States, 94 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,008 students
Parkrose High School
Portland · Public high · Grades 9–12
998 students
| Measure | Central High School Independence, Oregon | Parkrose High School Portland, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #141 of 215 | #187 of 215 |
| National rank | #12190 of 16,910 | #14152 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,008 | 998 |
| Enrollment | 1,008 | 998 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 132% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 24% |
| city | Independence | Portland |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 26.2).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 62%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 132%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 24.3).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 998.
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 Parkrose High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (35.0 vs 26.2 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 Parkrose High School?
About 94 km in a straight line, between Independence and Portland in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,008. Parkrose High School: 998. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Parkrose High School rank in Oregon?
Central High School is 141st of 215 and Parkrose High School is 187th of 215 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).