Canton-Galva Elementary vs McPherson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 9.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton-Galva Elementary
Galva · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
193 students
McPherson High
McPherson · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
| Measure | Canton-Galva Elementary Galva, Kansas | McPherson High McPherson, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 686 | #149 of 296 |
| National rank | #33717 of 50,301 | #12091 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 193 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 193 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 40.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Galva | McPherson |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canton-Galva Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.4 vs 35.5).
- •Canton-Galva Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •McPherson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.3% vs 43.5%).
- •Canton-Galva Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.2).
- •McPherson High is the larger school with 658 students compared with 193.
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 Canton-Galva Elementary better than McPherson High?
On the Success Index (US), Canton-Galva Elementary ranks higher (37.4 vs 35.5 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 Canton-Galva Elementary and McPherson High?
About 9.9 km in a straight line, between Galva and McPherson in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton-Galva Elementary: 193. McPherson High: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton-Galva Elementary and McPherson High rank in Kansas?
Canton-Galva Elementary is 480th of 686 and McPherson High is 149th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).