Central Visual/Perf. Arts High vs Gateway Science Academy High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 612 m 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 Science Academy High
St. Louis · Charter high · Grades 9–12
461 students
| Measure | Central Visual/Perf. Arts High ST Louis, Missouri | Gateway Science Academy High St. Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #451 of 497 | #182 of 497 |
| National rank | #13967 of 16,910 | #6566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 314 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 314 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 44.5% |
| city | ST Louis | St. Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gateway Science Academy High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 27.0).
- •Gateway Science Academy High does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 12%).
- •Gateway Science Academy High does better on reading proficiency (64.5% vs 47%).
- •Gateway Science Academy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 100%).
- •Central Visual/Perf. Arts High does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.2).
- •Gateway Science Academy High is the larger school with 461 students compared with 314.
- •Central Visual/Perf. Arts High is a public school while Gateway Science Academy High is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Science Academy High?
On the Success Index (US), Gateway Science Academy High ranks higher (57.0 vs 27.0 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 Science Academy High?
About 612 m in a straight line, between ST Louis and St. Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High: 314. Gateway Science Academy High: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Visual/Perf. Arts High and Gateway Science Academy High rank in Missouri?
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High is 451st of 497 and Gateway Science Academy High is 182nd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).