Central High School vs Lawson High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 515 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
New Madrid · Public high · Grades 9–12
361 students
Lawson High
Lawson · Public high · Grades 9–12
362 students
| Measure | Central High School New Madrid, Missouri | Lawson High Lawson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank | #455 of 497 | #20 of 497 |
| National rank | #14214 of 16,910 | #1667 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 361 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 21.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 57% |
| city | New Madrid | Lawson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.4 vs 25.8).
- •Lawson High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Lawson High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •Lawson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 100%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.5).
- •Lawson High is the larger school with 362 students compared with 361.
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 Lawson High?
On the Success Index (US), Lawson High ranks higher (77.4 vs 25.8 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 Lawson High?
About 515 km in a straight line, between New Madrid and Lawson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 361. Lawson High: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Lawson High rank in Missouri?
Central High School is 455th of 497 and Lawson High is 20th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).