Guthridge School vs Parsons Sr High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 342 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guthridge School
Parsons · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
203 students
Parsons Sr High
Parsons · Public high · Grades 9–12
399 students
| Measure | Guthridge School Parsons, Kansas | Parsons Sr High Parsons, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #564 of 686 | #228 of 296 |
| National rank | #39636 of 50,301 | #13788 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 203 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 203 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.4% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 12% |
| city | Parsons | Parsons |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.3 vs 27.9).
- •Guthridge School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 12%).
- •Parsons Sr High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Parsons Sr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 72.4%).
- •Parsons Sr High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.7).
- •Parsons Sr High is the larger school with 399 students compared with 203.
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 Guthridge School better than Parsons Sr High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Guthridge School and Parsons Sr High?
About 342 m in a straight line, between Parsons and Parsons in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guthridge School: 203. Parsons Sr High: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guthridge School and Parsons Sr High rank in Kansas?
Guthridge School is 564th of 686 and Parsons Sr High is 228th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).