Cler-Mont Elem. vs Early Childhood Ctr.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cler-Mont Elem.
Independence ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ4
298 students
Early Childhood Ctr.
Independence ยท Public other ยท Grades PKโPK
133 students
| Measure | Cler-Mont Elem. Independence, Missouri | Early Childhood Ctr. Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| State rank | #821 of 1,159 | โ |
| National rank | #32319 of 50,301 | โ |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades Kโ4 | Grades PKโPK |
| Students | 298 | 133 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 133 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 44.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | โ |
| Math proficiency | 37% | โ |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขEarly Childhood Ctr. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 63.8%).
- โขEarly Childhood Ctr. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.5).
- โขCler-Mont Elem. is the larger school with 298 students compared with 133.
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 Cler-Mont Elem. better than Early Childhood Ctr.?
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 Cler-Mont Elem. and Early Childhood Ctr.?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cler-Mont Elem.: 298. Early Childhood Ctr.: 133. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cler-Mont Elem. and Early Childhood Ctr. rank in Missouri?
Cler-Mont Elem. is 821st of 1,159 and Early Childhood Ctr. is unranked among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).