Central High vs Scott City High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 7.1 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
Scott City High
Scott City · Public high · Grades 9–12
268 students
| Measure | Central High Cape Girardeau, Missouri | Scott City High Scott City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 497 | #171 of 497 |
| National rank | #11392 of 16,910 | #6366 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,278 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 1,278 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 47% |
| city | Cape Girardeau | Scott City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Scott City High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.8 vs 38.2).
- •Scott City High does better on math proficiency (47% vs 33%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Scott City High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 100%).
- •Scott City High does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.4).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,278 students compared with 268.
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 Scott City High?
On the Success Index (US), Scott City High ranks higher (57.8 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 Scott City High?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and Scott City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,278. Scott City High: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Scott City High rank in Missouri?
Central High is 388th of 497 and Scott City High is 171st of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).