Central High vs Oak Grove High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 339 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Park Hills · Public high · Grades 9–12
605 students
Oak Grove High
Oak Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
604 students
| Measure | Central High Park Hills, Missouri | Oak Grove High Oak Grove, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 497 | #135 of 497 |
| National rank | #6991 of 16,910 | #5656 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 605 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.5% | 26.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Park Hills | Oak Grove |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oak Grove High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 55.1).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Oak Grove High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.8% vs 54.5%).
- •Central High is the larger school with 605 students compared with 604.
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 Oak Grove High?
On the Success Index (US), Oak Grove High ranks higher (60.6 vs 55.1 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 Oak Grove High?
About 339 km in a straight line, between Park Hills and Oak Grove in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 605. Oak Grove High: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Oak Grove High rank in Missouri?
Central High is 200th of 497 and Oak Grove High is 135th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).