Alcott Elementary vs Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott Elementary
Milwaukee · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
264 students
Central High
West Allis · Public high · Grades 9–12
961 students
| Measure | Alcott Elementary Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Central High West Allis, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #971 of 1,069 | #418 of 446 |
| National rank | #44255 of 50,301 | #15185 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 264 | 961 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 961 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| city | Milwaukee | West Allis |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.9 vs 20.5).
- •Alcott Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Alcott Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 74.2%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.5).
- •Central High is the larger school with 961 students compared with 264.
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 Alcott Elementary better than Central High?
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 Alcott Elementary and Central High?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Milwaukee and West Allis in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elementary: 264. Central High: 961. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elementary and Central High rank in Wisconsin?
Alcott Elementary is 971st of 1,069 and Central High is 418th of 446 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).