Benton Elem. vs Neosho Jr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Elem.
Neosho · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
523 students
Neosho Jr. High
Neosho · Public middle · Grades 7–8
753 students
| Measure | Benton Elem. Neosho, Missouri | Neosho Jr. High Neosho, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,159 | #300 of 392 |
| National rank | #30737 of 50,301 | #10825 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 523 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 523 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 30% |
| city | Neosho | Neosho |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 35.2).
- •Benton Elem. does better on math proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- •Benton Elem. does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Neosho Jr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60% vs 75.7%).
- •Benton Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.4).
- •Neosho Jr. High is the larger school with 753 students compared with 523.
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 Benton Elem. better than Neosho Jr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Elem. ranks higher (41.8 vs 35.2 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 Benton Elem. and Neosho Jr. High?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Neosho and Neosho in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elem.: 523. Neosho Jr. High: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elem. and Neosho Jr. High rank in Missouri?
Benton Elem. is 785th of 1,159 and Neosho Jr. High is 300th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).