Platte County High vs West Platte High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Platte County High
Platte City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,397 students
West Platte High
Weston · Public high · Grades 9–12
221 students
| Measure | Platte County High Platte City, Missouri | West Platte High Weston, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #64 of 497 | #33 of 497 |
| National rank | #3510 of 16,910 | #2052 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,397 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 1,397 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 47% |
| city | Platte City | Weston |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Platte High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 69.2).
- •Platte County High does better on math proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •West Platte High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •West Platte High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14% vs 19%).
- •West Platte High does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 17.5).
- •Platte County High is the larger school with 1,397 students compared with 221.
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 Platte County High better than West Platte High?
On the Success Index (US), West Platte High ranks higher (75.5 vs 69.2 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 Platte County High and West Platte High?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Platte City and Weston in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Platte County High: 1,397. West Platte High: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Platte County High and West Platte High rank in Missouri?
Platte County High is 64th of 497 and West Platte High is 33rd of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).