Central High vs Paris Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 9.5 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
Paris Elementary
Kenosha · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
251 students
| Measure | Central High Salem, Wisconsin | Paris Elementary Kenosha, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #91 of 446 | #221 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #6748 of 16,910 | #10533 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,309 | 251 |
| Enrollment | 1,309 | 251 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.3% | 14.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 62% |
| city | Salem | Kenosha |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paris Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 56.2).
- •Paris Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 41%).
- •Paris Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 50%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 14.3%).
- •Paris Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 18.7).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,309 students compared with 251.
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 Paris Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Paris Elementary ranks higher (71.1 vs 56.2 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 Paris Elementary?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Salem and Kenosha in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,309. Paris Elementary: 251. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Paris Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Central High is 91st of 446 and Paris Elementary is 221st of 1,069 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).