Below Average
#1856 of 2,221 schools in MO
Central High School
High School · KANSAS CITY 33
3221 INDIANA, Kansas City, MO 64128
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,856 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#119 of 147
public schools
In district
#23 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Central High School
Central High School is a public high school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Central High School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,856 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Central High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Central High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
75% of students at Central High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Central High School — Students at Central High School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Central High School Compares
See how Central High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3221 INDIANA, Kansas City, MO 64128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DeLaSalle Charter High School (rated 3.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.5/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| GEORGE MELCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,257
Median Home Value
$64,800
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
12,445
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood, MO | 4.6 |
| REEDS SPRING HIGH Reeds Spring, MO | 4.5 |
| SAVANNAH HIGH Savannah, MO | 4.7 |
| CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 4.4 |
| MALDEN HIGH Malden, MO | 4.4 |
| CHARLESTON HIGH Charleston, MO | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central High School
What grades does Central High School serve?
Central High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Central High School?
Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central High School rank in MO?
Central High School ranks #1,856 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Central High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Central High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Central High School a charter school?
No, Central High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central High School a Title I school?
No, Central High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central High School?
100.0% of students at Central High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.3%
- Phone
- (816) 418-2005
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #23 of 31
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