Central High School vs PODER Academy Secondary School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wyoming, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Cheyenne · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,270 students
PODER Academy Secondary School
Cheyenne · Charter high · Grades 7–12
131 students
| Measure | Central High School Cheyenne, Wyoming | PODER Academy Secondary School Cheyenne, Wyoming |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #11 of 56 | #1 of 56 |
| National rank | #3202 of 16,910 | #1569 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,270 | 131 |
| Enrollment | 1,270 | 131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.7% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 77% |
| city | Cheyenne | Cheyenne |
| state | Wyoming | Wyoming |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •PODER Academy Secondary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 70.4).
- •PODER Academy Secondary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 49%).
- •PODER Academy Secondary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 64%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.7% vs 38.2%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,270 students compared with 131.
- •Central High School is a public school while PODER Academy Secondary School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 School better than PODER Academy Secondary School?
On the Success Index (US), PODER Academy Secondary School ranks higher (78.1 vs 70.4 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 School and PODER Academy Secondary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Cheyenne and Cheyenne in Wyoming.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,270. PODER Academy Secondary School: 131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and PODER Academy Secondary School rank in Wyoming?
Central High School is 11th of 56 and PODER Academy Secondary School is 1st of 56 among high schools in Wyoming on the 2025 Success Index (US).