Ball H S vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ball H S
Galveston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,905 students
Central Middle
Galveston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
785 students
| Measure | Ball H S Galveston, Texas | Central Middle Galveston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1213 of 1,419 | #1444 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12827 of 16,910 | #12013 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,905 | 785 |
| Enrollment | 1,905 | 785 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.1% | 79.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 34% |
| city | Galveston | Galveston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ball H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 29.5).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Ball H S does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 30%).
- •Ball H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 79.5%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.3).
- •Ball H S is the larger school with 1,905 students compared with 785.
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 Ball H S better than Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ball H S ranks higher (32.2 vs 29.5 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 Ball H S and Central Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Galveston and Galveston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ball H S: 1,905. Central Middle: 785. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ball H S and Central Middle rank in Texas?
Ball H S is 1213th of 1,419 and Central Middle is 1444th of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).