Central High vs Girardot Center for Youth
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Cape Girardeau · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,278 students
Girardot Center for Youth
Cape Girardeau · Public high · Grades 5–12
24 students
| Measure | Central High Cape Girardeau, Missouri | Girardot Center for Youth Cape Girardeau, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 497 | – |
| National rank | #11392 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–12 |
| Students | 1,278 | 24 |
| Enrollment | 1,278 | 24 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 6.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Cape Girardeau | Cape Girardeau |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 31.5).
- •Girardot Center for Youth does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.5% vs 100%).
- •Girardot Center for Youth does better on students per teacher (6.0 vs 14.4).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,278 students compared with 24.
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 High better than Girardot Center for Youth?
On the Success Index (US), Central High ranks higher (38.2 vs 31.5 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 Central High and Girardot Center for Youth?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and Cape Girardeau in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,278. Girardot Center for Youth: 24. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Girardot Center for Youth rank in Missouri?
Central High is 388th of 497 and Girardot Center for Youth is unranked among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).