Scott Co. Central High vs Thomas W. Kelly High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Scott Co. Central High
Sikeston · Public high · Grades 7–12
108 students
Thomas W. Kelly High
Benton · Public high · Grades 9–12
297 students
| Measure | Scott Co. Central High Sikeston, Missouri | Thomas W. Kelly High Benton, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #458 of 497 | #318 of 497 |
| National rank | #14375 of 16,910 | #9700 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 108 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 108 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 47.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 32% |
| city | Sikeston | Benton |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas W. Kelly High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.0 vs 25.1).
- •Thomas W. Kelly High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24.5%).
- •Thomas W. Kelly High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Thomas W. Kelly High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.5% vs 100%).
- •Scott Co. Central High does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 12.4).
- •Thomas W. Kelly High is the larger school with 297 students compared with 108.
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 Scott Co. Central High better than Thomas W. Kelly High?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas W. Kelly High ranks higher (45.0 vs 25.1 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 Scott Co. Central High and Thomas W. Kelly High?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Sikeston and Benton in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Scott Co. Central High: 108. Thomas W. Kelly High: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Scott Co. Central High and Thomas W. Kelly High rank in Missouri?
Scott Co. Central High is 458th of 497 and Thomas W. Kelly High is 318th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).