Canton High vs Sherwood High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 285 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton High
Canton · Public high · Grades 7–12
221 students
Sherwood High
Creighton · Public high · Grades 9–12
221 students
| Measure | Canton High Canton, Missouri | Sherwood High Creighton, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #293 of 497 | #156 of 497 |
| National rank | #9197 of 16,910 | #5885 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 221 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43% | 34.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Canton | Creighton |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherwood High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 46.9).
- •Sherwood High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Sherwood High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Sherwood High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 43%).
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 Canton High better than Sherwood High?
On the Success Index (US), Sherwood High ranks higher (59.7 vs 46.9 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 Canton High and Sherwood High?
About 285 km in a straight line, between Canton and Creighton in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton High: 221. Sherwood High: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton High and Sherwood High rank in Missouri?
Canton High is 293rd of 497 and Sherwood High is 156th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).