Francis Howell North High vs Hazelwood Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Howell North High
ST Charles · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,716 students
Hazelwood Central High
Florissant · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,718 students
| Measure | Francis Howell North High ST Charles, Missouri | Hazelwood Central High Florissant, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 497 | #438 of 497 |
| National rank | #2990 of 16,910 | #13577 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,716 | 1,718 |
| Enrollment | 1,716 | 1,718 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 28.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 47% |
| city | ST Charles | Florissant |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis Howell North High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 28.9).
- •Francis Howell North High does better on math proficiency (61% vs 47%).
- •Francis Howell North High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 43%).
- •Francis Howell North High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 100%).
- •Francis Howell North High does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 28.2).
- •Hazelwood Central High is the larger school with 1,718 students compared with 1,716.
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 North High better than Hazelwood Central High?
On the Success Index (US), Francis Howell North High ranks higher (71.2 vs 28.9 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 Francis Howell North High and Hazelwood Central High?
About 23 km in a straight line, between ST Charles and Florissant in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Howell North High: 1,716. Hazelwood Central High: 1,718. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Howell North High and Hazelwood Central High rank in Missouri?
Francis Howell North High is 53rd of 497 and Hazelwood Central High is 438th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).