Benton High vs Center Sr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton High
ST Joseph · Public high · Grades 9–12
682 students
Center Sr. High
Kansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
679 students
| Measure | Benton High ST Joseph, Missouri | Center Sr. High Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #413 of 497 | #253 of 497 |
| National rank | #12559 of 16,910 | #8202 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 682 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | ST Joseph | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Center Sr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.7 vs 33.4).
- •Center Sr. High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Center Sr. High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Benton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 63.9%).
- •Center Sr. High does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.6).
- •Benton High is the larger school with 682 students compared with 679.
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 Benton High better than Center Sr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Center Sr. High ranks higher (50.7 vs 33.4 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 Benton High and Center Sr. High?
About 86 km in a straight line, between ST Joseph and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton High: 682. Center Sr. High: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton High and Center Sr. High rank in Missouri?
Benton High is 413th of 497 and Center Sr. High is 253rd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).