Cherokee Middle vs David Harrison Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherokee Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
765 students
David Harrison Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
371 students
| Measure | Cherokee Middle Springfield, Missouri | David Harrison Elementary Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #67 of 392 | #239 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #3728 of 15,369 | #11223 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 765 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 765 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.8% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 67% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •David Harrison Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.1 vs 68.2).
- •David Harrison Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 50%).
- •David Harrison Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 64%).
- •Cherokee Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 44.5%).
- •Cherokee Middle does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.7).
- •Cherokee Middle is the larger school with 765 students compared with 371.
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 Cherokee Middle better than David Harrison Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), David Harrison Elementary ranks higher (70.1 vs 68.2 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 Cherokee Middle and David Harrison Elementary?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Middle: 765. David Harrison Elementary: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Middle and David Harrison Elementary rank in Missouri?
Cherokee Middle is 67th of 392 and David Harrison Elementary is 239th of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).