Central Visual/Perf. Arts High vs Gateway High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High
ST Louis · Public high · Grades 9–12
314 students
Gateway High
ST Louis · Public high · Grades 9–12
860 students
| Measure | Central Visual/Perf. Arts High ST Louis, Missouri | Gateway High ST Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #451 of 497 | #465 of 497 |
| National rank | #13967 of 16,910 | #14776 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 314 | 860 |
| Enrollment | 314 | 860 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 16% |
| city | ST Louis | ST Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Visual/Perf. Arts High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.0 vs 22.9).
- •Gateway High does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Central Visual/Perf. Arts High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 30%).
- •Gateway High does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 11.2).
- •Gateway High is the larger school with 860 students compared with 314.
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 Visual/Perf. Arts High better than Gateway High?
On the Success Index (US), Central Visual/Perf. Arts High ranks higher (27.0 vs 22.9 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 Visual/Perf. Arts High and Gateway High?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between ST Louis and ST Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High: 314. Gateway High: 860. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Visual/Perf. Arts High and Gateway High rank in Missouri?
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High is 451st of 497 and Gateway High is 465th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).