Barbara Jordan Elem. vs Washington Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barbara Jordan Elem.
University City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
386 students
Washington Elem.
ST Louis · Public elementary · Grades 1–8
244 students
| Measure | Barbara Jordan Elem. University City, Missouri | Washington Elem. ST Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #966 of 1,159 | #1114 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #40564 of 50,301 | #48401 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 1–8 |
| Students | 386 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 12% |
| city | University City | ST Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barbara Jordan Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.7 vs 13.3).
- •Barbara Jordan Elem. does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Barbara Jordan Elem. does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Washington Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.3).
- •Barbara Jordan Elem. is the larger school with 386 students compared with 244.
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 Barbara Jordan Elem. better than Washington Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Barbara Jordan Elem. ranks higher (26.7 vs 13.3 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 Barbara Jordan Elem. and Washington Elem.?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between University City and ST Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barbara Jordan Elem.: 386. Washington Elem.: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barbara Jordan Elem. and Washington Elem. rank in Missouri?
Barbara Jordan Elem. is 966th of 1,159 and Washington Elem. is 1114th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).