Alexander Doniphan Elem. vs Discovery Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 861 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Doniphan Elem.
Liberty · Public elementary · Grades K–5
336 students
Discovery Middle School
Liberty · Public middle · Grades 6–8
678 students
| Measure | Alexander Doniphan Elem. Liberty, Missouri | Discovery Middle School Liberty, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #115 of 1,159 | #19 of 392 |
| National rank | #7235 of 50,301 | #1563 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 336 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.3% | 18.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 64% |
| city | Liberty | Liberty |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Discovery Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 76.1).
- •Discovery Middle School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 52%).
- •Alexander Doniphan Elem. does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 64%).
- •Discovery Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.3% vs 25.3%).
- •Alexander Doniphan Elem. does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.1).
- •Discovery Middle School is the larger school with 678 students compared with 336.
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 Alexander Doniphan Elem. better than Discovery Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Discovery Middle School ranks higher (79.5 vs 76.1 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 Alexander Doniphan Elem. and Discovery Middle School?
About 861 m in a straight line, between Liberty and Liberty in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Doniphan Elem.: 336. Discovery Middle School: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Doniphan Elem. and Discovery Middle School rank in Missouri?
Alexander Doniphan Elem. is 115th of 1,159 and Discovery Middle School is 19th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).