Central High vs King International
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wisconsin, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,309 students
King International
Milwaukee · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,308 students
| Measure | Central High Salem, Wisconsin | King International Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #91 of 446 | #380 of 446 |
| National rank | #6748 of 16,910 | #13582 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,309 | 1,308 |
| Enrollment | 1,309 | 1,308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.3% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 22% |
| city | Salem | Milwaukee |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 28.9).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (41% vs 22%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 46%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 67%).
- •King International does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 18.7).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,309 students compared with 1,308.
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 King International?
On the Success Index (US), Central High ranks higher (56.2 vs 28.9 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 and King International?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Salem and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,309. King International: 1,308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and King International rank in Wisconsin?
Central High is 91st of 446 and King International is 380th of 446 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).