Central High vs Salem Sr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 93 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
Salem Sr. High
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
606 students
| Measure | Central High Park Hills, Missouri | Salem Sr. High Salem, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 497 | #385 of 497 |
| National rank | #6991 of 16,910 | #11308 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 605 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.5% | 53.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 15% |
| city | Park Hills | Salem |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.1 vs 38.6).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 15%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Salem Sr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 54.5%).
- •Salem Sr. High is the larger school with 606 students compared with 605.
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 Salem Sr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Central High ranks higher (55.1 vs 38.6 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 Salem Sr. High?
About 93 km in a straight line, between Park Hills and Salem in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 605. Salem Sr. High: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Salem Sr. High rank in Missouri?
Central High is 200th of 497 and Salem Sr. High is 385th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).