Central High School vs Contract
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 219 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Kansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
519 students
Contract
Kansas City · Public other · Grades PK–12
32 students
| Measure | Central High School Kansas City, Missouri | Contract Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #495 of 497 | – |
| National rank | #16647 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 519 | 32 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 32 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 90.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 10% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Contract does better on math proficiency (10% vs 2.5%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •Contract does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.6% vs 100%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 519 students compared with 32.
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 School better than Contract?
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 School and Contract?
About 219 m in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 519. Contract: 32. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Contract rank in Missouri?
Central High School is 495th of 497 and Contract is unranked among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).