Central High vs Seckman Sr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 409 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
Seckman Sr. High
Imperial · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,737 students
| Measure | Central High ST Joseph, Missouri | Seckman Sr. High Imperial, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 497 | #148 of 497 |
| National rank | #6521 of 16,910 | #5784 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,733 | 1,737 |
| Enrollment | 1,733 | 1,737 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 38% |
| city | ST Joseph | Imperial |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Seckman Sr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.1 vs 57.2).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 61%).
- •Seckman Sr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 37.6%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.0).
- •Seckman Sr. High is the larger school with 1,737 students compared with 1,733.
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 Seckman Sr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Seckman Sr. High ranks higher (60.1 vs 57.2 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 Seckman Sr. High?
About 409 km in a straight line, between ST Joseph and Imperial in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 1,733. Seckman Sr. High: 1,737. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Seckman Sr. High rank in Missouri?
Central High is 180th of 497 and Seckman Sr. High is 148th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).