Central High vs Lafayette High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
ST Joseph · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,733 students
Lafayette High
ST Joseph · Public high · Grades 9–12
644 students
| Measure | Central High ST Joseph, Missouri | Lafayette High ST Joseph, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 497 | #375 of 497 |
| National rank | #6521 of 16,910 | #11142 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,733 | 644 |
| Enrollment | 1,733 | 644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| city | ST Joseph | ST Joseph |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.2 vs 39.2).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 57%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 100%).
- •Lafayette High does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 16.5).
- •Central High is the larger school with 1,733 students compared with 644.
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 better than Lafayette High?
On the Success Index (US), Central High ranks higher (57.2 vs 39.2 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 and Lafayette High?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between ST Joseph and ST Joseph in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,733. Lafayette High: 644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Lafayette High rank in Missouri?
Central High is 180th of 497 and Lafayette High is 375th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).