Benton High vs Parkway Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton High
ST Joseph · Public high · Grades 9–12
682 students
Parkway Elem.
ST Joseph · Public elementary · Grades K–6
438 students
| Measure | Benton High ST Joseph, Missouri | Parkway Elem. ST Joseph, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #413 of 497 | #960 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #12559 of 16,910 | #39984 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 682 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 34% |
| city | ST Joseph | ST Joseph |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.4 vs 27.7).
- •Parkway Elem. does better on math proficiency (34% vs 12%).
- •Parkway Elem. does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Benton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 100%).
- •Benton High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.7).
- •Benton High is the larger school with 682 students compared with 438.
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 High better than Parkway Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Benton High ranks higher (33.4 vs 27.7 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 High and Parkway Elem.?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between ST Joseph and ST Joseph in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton High: 682. Parkway Elem.: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton High and Parkway Elem. rank in Missouri?
Benton High is 413th of 497 and Parkway Elem. is 960th of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).