Central Falls Sr High vs Johnston Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Falls Sr High
Central Falls · Public high · Grades 9–12
788 students
Johnston Senior High
Johnston · Public high · Grades 9–12
826 students
| Measure | Central Falls Sr High Central Falls, Rhode Island | Johnston Senior High Johnston, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #55 of 57 | #34 of 57 |
| National rank | #16355 of 16,910 | #11401 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 788 | 826 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 826 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 20% |
| city | Central Falls | Johnston |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Johnston Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 12.8).
- •Johnston Senior High does better on math proficiency (20% vs 7.5%).
- •Johnston Senior High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 12%).
- •Johnston Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.7% vs 94.9%).
- •Johnston Senior High does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 14.6).
- •Johnston Senior High is the larger school with 826 students compared with 788.
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 Falls Sr High better than Johnston Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), Johnston Senior High ranks higher (38.2 vs 12.8 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 Falls Sr High and Johnston Senior High?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Central Falls and Johnston in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Falls Sr High: 788. Johnston Senior High: 826. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Falls Sr High and Johnston Senior High rank in Rhode Island?
Central Falls Sr High is 55th of 57 and Johnston Senior High is 34th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).