Central Elementary vs STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Ferguson · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
250 students
STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho
Ferguson · Public high · Grades 9–12
434 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferguson, Missouri | STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho Ferguson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1036 of 1,159 | #485 of 497 |
| National rank | #44771 of 50,301 | #16253 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 250 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| city | Ferguson | Ferguson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 13.8).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 100%).
- •STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.7).
- •STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho is the larger school with 434 students compared with 250.
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 Elementary better than STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (20.1 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 Central Elementary and STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Ferguson and Ferguson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 250. STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho rank in Missouri?
Central Elementary is 1036th of 1,159 and STEAM Academy at Msb High Scho is 485th of 497 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).