Central High vs Irving Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
West Allis · Public high · Grades 9–12
961 students
Irving Elementary
West Allis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
375 students
| Measure | Central High West Allis, Wisconsin | Irving Elementary West Allis, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #418 of 446 | #814 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #15185 of 16,910 | #32681 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 961 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 961 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73% | 59.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 27% |
| city | West Allis | West Allis |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irving Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 20.5).
- •Irving Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Irving Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Irving Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.5% vs 73%).
- •Irving Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.6).
- •Central High is the larger school with 961 students compared with 375.
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 Irving Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Irving Elementary ranks higher (38.9 vs 20.5 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 Central High and Irving Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between West Allis and West Allis in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 961. Irving Elementary: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Irving Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Central High is 418th of 446 and Irving Elementary is 814th of 1,069 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).