Central High School vs Winfield High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 328 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
Winfield High
Winfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
517 students
| Measure | Central High School Kansas City, Missouri | Winfield High Winfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #495 of 497 | #349 of 497 |
| National rank | #16647 of 16,910 | #10326 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 519 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 33.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 12% |
| city | Kansas City | Winfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Winfield High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 9.5).
- •Winfield High does better on math proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •Winfield High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 12%).
- •Winfield High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 100%).
- •Winfield High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.8).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 519 students compared with 517.
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 Winfield High?
On the Success Index (US), Winfield High ranks higher (42.6 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 Winfield High?
About 328 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Winfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 519. Winfield High: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Winfield High rank in Missouri?
Central High School is 495th of 497 and Winfield High is 349th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).