Athena Elem. vs Fairview Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 203 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athena Elem.
Desoto · Public elementary · Grades K–6
465 students
Fairview Elem.
West Plains · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
466 students
| Measure | Athena Elem. Desoto, Missouri | Fairview Elem. West Plains, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #701 of 1,159 | #707 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #27346 of 50,301 | #27606 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 465 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.1% | 50.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 42% |
| city | Desoto | West Plains |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.7 vs 46.4).
- •Fairview Elem. does better on math proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Fairview Elem. does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Athena Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.1% vs 50.2%).
- •Athena Elem. does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 15.0).
- •Fairview Elem. is the larger school with 466 students compared with 465.
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 Athena Elem. better than Fairview Elem.?
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 Athena Elem. and Fairview Elem.?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Desoto and West Plains in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athena Elem.: 465. Fairview Elem.: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athena Elem. and Fairview Elem. rank in Missouri?
Athena Elem. is 701st of 1,159 and Fairview Elem. is 707th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).