Central High vs Raytown Sr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 470 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
Raytown Sr. High
Raytown · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,280 students
| Measure | Central High Cape Girardeau, Missouri | Raytown Sr. High Raytown, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 497 | #358 of 497 |
| National rank | #11392 of 16,910 | #10667 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,278 | 1,280 |
| Enrollment | 1,278 | 1,280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 55.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 24% |
| city | Cape Girardeau | Raytown |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Raytown Sr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.2 vs 38.2).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 24%).
- •Raytown Sr. High does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 58%).
- •Raytown Sr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.9% vs 100%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.2).
- •Raytown Sr. High is the larger school with 1,280 students compared with 1,278.
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 Raytown Sr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Raytown Sr. High ranks higher (41.2 vs 38.2 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 Raytown Sr. High?
About 470 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and Raytown in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,278. Raytown Sr. High: 1,280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Raytown Sr. High rank in Missouri?
Central High is 388th of 497 and Raytown Sr. High is 358th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).