Hardin-Central High vs Lexington High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardin-Central High
Hardin · Public high · Grades 7–12
95 students
Lexington High
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
310 students
| Measure | Hardin-Central High Hardin, Missouri | Lexington High Lexington, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 497 | #428 of 497 |
| National rank | #7507 of 16,910 | #13191 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 95 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 95 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 17% |
| city | Hardin | Lexington |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin-Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.3 vs 30.7).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 17%).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 37%).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 47.1%).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 17.2).
- •Lexington High is the larger school with 310 students compared with 95.
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 Hardin-Central High better than Lexington High?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin-Central High ranks higher (53.3 vs 30.7 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 Hardin-Central High and Lexington High?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Hardin and Lexington in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin-Central High: 95. Lexington High: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin-Central High and Lexington High rank in Missouri?
Hardin-Central High is 225th of 497 and Lexington High is 428th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).