Central High vs Jefferson Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 3.2 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
Jefferson Elem.
Cape Girardeau · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
| Measure | Central High Cape Girardeau, Missouri | Jefferson Elem. Cape Girardeau, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 497 | #1028 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #11392 of 16,910 | #44031 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,278 | 494 |
| Enrollment | 1,278 | 494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 22% |
| city | Cape Girardeau | Cape Girardeau |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 21.3).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.4).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,278 students compared with 494.
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 Jefferson Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Central High ranks higher (38.2 vs 21.3 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 Jefferson Elem.?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and Cape Girardeau in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,278. Jefferson Elem.: 494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Jefferson Elem. rank in Missouri?
Central High is 388th of 497 and Jefferson Elem. is 1028th of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).