Bridger Middle vs Glendale Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bridger Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–6
744 students
Glendale Elem.
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
417 students
| Measure | Bridger Middle Independence, Missouri | Glendale Elem. Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #284 of 392 | #828 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #10207 of 15,369 | #32672 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 744 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 744 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 75.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 30% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.3 vs 38.9).
- •Bridger Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 30%).
- •Glendale Elem. does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •Bridger Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 75.3%).
- •Glendale Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.8).
- •Bridger Middle is the larger school with 744 students compared with 417.
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 Bridger Middle better than Glendale 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 Bridger Middle and Glendale Elem.?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bridger Middle: 744. Glendale Elem.: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bridger Middle and Glendale Elem. rank in Missouri?
Bridger Middle is 284th of 392 and Glendale Elem. is 828th of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).