Central High School vs George Melcher Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.9 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
George Melcher Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
341 students
| Measure | Central High School Kansas City, Missouri | George Melcher Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #495 of 497 | #1118 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #16647 of 16,910 | #48677 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 519 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 17% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Melcher Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.5 vs 9.5).
- •George Melcher Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2.5%).
- •George Melcher Elementary does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •George Melcher Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.8).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 519 students compared with 341.
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 George Melcher Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George Melcher Elementary ranks higher (12.5 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 George Melcher Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 519. George Melcher Elementary: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and George Melcher Elementary rank in Missouri?
Central High School is 495th of 497 and George Melcher Elementary is 1118th of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).