California High vs Strafford High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 158 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
Strafford High
Strafford · Public high · Grades 9–12
437 students
| Measure | California High California, Missouri | Strafford High Strafford, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #138 of 497 | #72 of 497 |
| National rank | #5670 of 16,910 | #3761 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 439 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.3% | 38.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| city | California | Strafford |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Strafford High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 60.5).
- •Strafford High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Strafford High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •California High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.3% vs 38.7%).
- •California High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.2).
- •California High is the larger school with 439 students compared with 437.
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 Strafford High?
On the Success Index (US), Strafford High ranks higher (68.2 vs 60.5 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 California High and Strafford High?
About 158 km in a straight line, between California and Strafford in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California High: 439. Strafford High: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California High and Strafford High rank in Missouri?
California High is 138th of 497 and Strafford High is 72nd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).