Hazelwood East High vs Ruskin High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 370 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hazelwood East High
ST Louis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,310 students
Ruskin High School
Kansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,299 students
| Measure | Hazelwood East High ST Louis, Missouri | Ruskin High School Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 497 | #463 of 497 |
| National rank | #16009 of 16,910 | #14713 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,310 | 1,299 |
| Enrollment | 1,310 | 1,299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 12% |
| city | ST Louis | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruskin High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 15.3).
- •Hazelwood East High does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •Ruskin High School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Ruskin High School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 25.7).
- •Hazelwood East High is the larger school with 1,310 students compared with 1,299.
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 Hazelwood East High better than Ruskin High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ruskin High School ranks higher (23.3 vs 15.3 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 Hazelwood East High and Ruskin High School?
About 370 km in a straight line, between ST Louis and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hazelwood East High: 1,310. Ruskin High School: 1,299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hazelwood East High and Ruskin High School rank in Missouri?
Hazelwood East High is 480th of 497 and Ruskin High School is 463rd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).