Central High School vs DeLaSalle Charter High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 2.7 km 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
DeLaSalle Charter High School
Kansas City · Charter high · Grades 9–12
196 students
| Measure | Central High School Kansas City, Missouri | DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #495 of 497 | #477 of 497 |
| National rank | #16647 of 16,910 | #15701 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 519 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 24.5% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeLaSalle Charter High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.4 vs 9.5).
- •DeLaSalle Charter High School does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 2.5%).
- •DeLaSalle Charter High School does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 12%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.3).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 519 students compared with 196.
- •Central High School is a public school while DeLaSalle Charter High School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 DeLaSalle Charter High School?
On the Success Index (US), DeLaSalle Charter High School ranks higher (17.4 vs 9.5 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 School and DeLaSalle Charter High School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 519. DeLaSalle Charter High School: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and DeLaSalle Charter High School rank in Missouri?
Central High School is 495th of 497 and DeLaSalle Charter High School is 477th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).