Francis Howell Central High vs Oak Park High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 343 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Howell Central High
ST Charles · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,750 students
Oak Park High
Kansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,755 students
| Measure | Francis Howell Central High ST Charles, Missouri | Oak Park High Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 497 | #265 of 497 |
| National rank | #2533 of 16,910 | #8547 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,750 | 1,755 |
| Enrollment | 1,750 | 1,755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.7% | 40.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 43% |
| city | ST Charles | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis Howell Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.2 vs 49.4).
- •Francis Howell Central High does better on math proficiency (56% vs 43%).
- •Francis Howell Central High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 48%).
- •Francis Howell Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.7% vs 40.7%).
- •Oak Park High does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 19.0).
- •Oak Park High is the larger school with 1,755 students compared with 1,750.
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 Francis Howell Central High better than Oak Park High?
On the Success Index (US), Francis Howell Central High ranks higher (73.2 vs 49.4 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 Francis Howell Central High and Oak Park High?
About 343 km in a straight line, between ST Charles and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Howell Central High: 1,750. Oak Park High: 1,755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Howell Central High and Oak Park High rank in Missouri?
Francis Howell Central High is 41st of 497 and Oak Park High is 265th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).