Central High School vs Talmadge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 336 m 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
Talmadge Middle School
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
716 students
| Measure | Central High School Independence, Oregon | Talmadge Middle School Independence, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #141 of 215 | #190 of 208 |
| National rank | #12190 of 16,910 | #13702 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,008 | 716 |
| Enrollment | 1,008 | 716 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 94.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 20.5).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 39%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 94.6%).
- •Talmadge Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.9).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 716.
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 Talmadge Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (35.0 vs 20.5 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 Talmadge Middle School?
About 336 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,008. Talmadge Middle School: 716. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Talmadge Middle School rank in Oregon?
Central High School is 141st of 215 and Talmadge Middle School is 190th of 208 among high schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).