Central High vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 429 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Chesterfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,281 students
Central Middle
Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
881 students
| Measure | Central High Chesterfield, Missouri | Central Middle Chesterfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #14 of 497 | #21 of 392 |
| National rank | #1467 of 16,910 | #1681 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,281 | 881 |
| Enrollment | 1,281 | 881 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.8% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 63% |
| city | Chesterfield | Chesterfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.7 vs 78.7).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (69% vs 63%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.8% vs 17%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.3).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,281 students compared with 881.
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 Central Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High and Central Middle?
About 429 m in a straight line, between Chesterfield and Chesterfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,281. Central Middle: 881. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Central Middle rank in Missouri?
Central High is 14th of 497 and Central Middle is 21st of 392 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).