Central High vs Medical District High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Memphis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,331 students
Medical District High School
Memphis · Public high · Grades 9–12
146 students
| Measure | Central High Memphis, Tennessee | Medical District High School Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #217 of 321 | – |
| National rank | #15852 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,331 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 1,331 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | – |
| Math proficiency | 8% | – |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,331 students compared with 146.
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 better than Medical District High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High and Medical District High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,331. Medical District High School: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Medical District High School rank in Tennessee?
Central High is 217th of 321 and Medical District High School is unranked among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).