Boyd Elem. vs Reed Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boyd Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
347 students
Reed Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
561 students
| Measure | Boyd Elem. Springfield, Missouri | Reed Middle Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,159 | #279 of 392 |
| National rank | #45768 of 50,301 | #10073 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 347 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 30% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reed Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 18.5).
- •Reed Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 17%).
- •Reed Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 32%).
- •Reed Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 85.3%).
- •Reed Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.5).
- •Reed Middle is the larger school with 561 students compared with 347.
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 Boyd Elem. better than Reed Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Reed Middle ranks higher (38.9 vs 18.5 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 Boyd Elem. and Reed Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boyd Elem.: 347. Reed Middle: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boyd Elem. and Reed Middle rank in Missouri?
Boyd Elem. is 1060th of 1,159 and Reed Middle is 279th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).