California High vs STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 199 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California High
California · Public high · Grades 9–12
439 students
STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho
Ferguson · Public high · Grades 9–12
434 students
| Measure | California High California, Missouri | STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho Ferguson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 497 | #485 of 497 |
| National rank | #5670 of 16,910 | #16253 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 439 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 7.5% |
| city | California | Ferguson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.5 vs 13.8).
- •California High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 7.5%).
- •California High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •California High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.3% vs 100%).
- •STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.2).
- •California High is the larger school with 439 students compared with 434.
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 California High better than STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho?
On the Success Index (US), California High ranks higher (60.5 vs 13.8 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 California High and STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho?
About 199 km in a straight line, between California and Ferguson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California High: 439. STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California High and STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho rank in Missouri?
California High is 138th of 497 and STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho is 485th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).