Central High School vs Cosby High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 454 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Bruceton · Public high · Grades 6–12
345 students
Cosby High School
Cosby · Public high · Grades 9–12
343 students
| Measure | Central High School Bruceton, Tennessee | Cosby High School Cosby, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #172 of 321 | #185 of 321 |
| National rank | #15036 of 16,910 | #15302 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 345 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Bruceton | Cosby |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.4 vs 19.7).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Cosby High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 345 students compared with 343.
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 Cosby High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (21.4 vs 19.7 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 Cosby High School?
About 454 km in a straight line, between Bruceton and Cosby in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 345. Cosby High School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Cosby High School rank in Tennessee?
Central High School is 172nd of 321 and Cosby High School is 185th of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).