Central Elem. vs Dexter High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 544 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Dexter · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
447 students
Dexter High
Dexter · Public high · Grades 9–12
553 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Dexter, Missouri | Dexter High Dexter, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #522 of 1,159 | #150 of 497 |
| National rank | #21227 of 50,301 | #5816 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 447 | 553 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 553 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 45.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 42% |
| city | Dexter | Dexter |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dexter High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 55.6).
- •Central Elem. does better on math proficiency (45% vs 42%).
- •Dexter High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 50%).
- •Dexter High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.4% vs 53%).
- •Central Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.2).
- •Dexter High is the larger school with 553 students compared with 447.
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 Elem. better than Dexter High?
On the Success Index (US), Dexter High ranks higher (59.9 vs 55.6 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 Elem. and Dexter High?
About 544 m in a straight line, between Dexter and Dexter in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 447. Dexter High: 553. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and Dexter High rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 522nd of 1,159 and Dexter High is 150th of 497 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).