Hardin-Central High vs West Nodaway High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 166 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
West Nodaway High
Burlington Jct · Public high · Grades 7–12
94 students
| Measure | Hardin-Central High Hardin, Missouri | West Nodaway High Burlington Jct, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 497 | #402 of 497 |
| National rank | #7507 of 16,910 | #11982 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 95 | 94 |
| Enrollment | 95 | 94 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 17% |
| city | Hardin | Burlington Jct |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin-Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.3 vs 36.0).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 17%).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 32%).
- •West Nodaway High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 41.1%).
- •Hardin-Central High does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 10.4).
- •Hardin-Central High is the larger school with 95 students compared with 94.
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 West Nodaway High?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin-Central High ranks higher (53.3 vs 36.0 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 Hardin-Central High and West Nodaway High?
About 166 km in a straight line, between Hardin and Burlington Jct in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin-Central High: 95. West Nodaway High: 94. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin-Central High and West Nodaway High rank in Missouri?
Hardin-Central High is 225th of 497 and West Nodaway High is 402nd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).