Cassell Park Elementary vs Clifford H. Nowlin Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 634 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cassell Park Elementary
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
362 students
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
902 students
| Measure | Cassell Park Elementary Independence, Missouri | Clifford H. Nowlin Middle Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #786 of 1,159 | #368 of 392 |
| National rank | #30742 of 50,301 | #14068 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 362 | 902 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 902 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 28% |
| Math proficiency | – | 18% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cassell Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 18.2).
- •Clifford H. Nowlin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 81.2%).
- •Cassell Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.0).
- •Clifford H. Nowlin Middle is the larger school with 902 students compared with 362.
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 Cassell Park Elementary better than Clifford H. Nowlin Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cassell Park Elementary ranks higher (41.8 vs 18.2 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 Cassell Park Elementary and Clifford H. Nowlin Middle?
About 634 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cassell Park Elementary: 362. Clifford H. Nowlin Middle: 902. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cassell Park Elementary and Clifford H. Nowlin Middle rank in Missouri?
Cassell Park Elementary is 786th of 1,159 and Clifford H. Nowlin Middle is 368th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).