Cambridge Elem. vs Linden West Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 48 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cambridge Elem.
Belton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
501 students
Linden West Elementary
Gladstone · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
501 students
| Measure | Cambridge Elem. Belton, Missouri | Linden West Elementary Gladstone, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #913 of 1,159 | #773 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #36647 of 50,301 | #30162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 501 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 501 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.9% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Belton | Gladstone |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linden West Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 32.9).
- •Linden West Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Linden West Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Cambridge Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.9% vs 62.7%).
- •Linden West Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.2).
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 Cambridge Elem. better than Linden West Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Linden West Elementary ranks higher (42.7 vs 32.9 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 Cambridge Elem. and Linden West Elementary?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Belton and Gladstone in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cambridge Elem.: 501. Linden West Elementary: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cambridge Elem. and Linden West Elementary rank in Missouri?
Cambridge Elem. is 913th of 1,159 and Linden West Elementary is 773rd of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).