Central Senior High vs High School for Recording Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 573 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Senior High
Saint Paul · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,682 students
High School for Recording Arts
Saint Paul · Charter high · Grades 9–12
181 students
| Measure | Central Senior High Saint Paul, Minnesota | High School for Recording Arts Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 433 | #429 of 433 |
| National rank | #6856 of 16,910 | #16358 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,682 | 181 |
| Enrollment | 1,682 | 181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 2.5% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 12.8).
- •Central Senior High does better on math proficiency (47% vs 2.5%).
- •Central Senior High does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 24.5%).
- •Central Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 91.7%).
- •High School for Recording Arts does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 26.3).
- •Central Senior High is the larger school with 1,682 students compared with 181.
- •Central Senior High is a public school while High School for Recording Arts 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 Senior High better than High School for Recording Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Central Senior High ranks higher (55.7 vs 12.8 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 Senior High and High School for Recording Arts?
About 573 m in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Senior High: 1,682. High School for Recording Arts: 181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Senior High and High School for Recording Arts rank in Minnesota?
Central Senior High is 237th of 433 and High School for Recording Arts is 429th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).