Clinton Co. R-III Middle vs Ellis Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 246 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton Co. R-III Middle
Plattsburg · Public middle · Grades 5–8
197 students
Ellis Elem.
Plattsburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
301 students
| Measure | Clinton Co. R-III Middle Plattsburg, Missouri | Ellis Elem. Plattsburg, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 392 | #682 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #8035 of 15,369 | #26545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 197 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 197 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.1% | 40.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Plattsburg | Plattsburg |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.2 vs 47.9).
- •Clinton Co. R-III Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Ellis Elem. does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Clinton Co. R-III Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.1% vs 40.2%).
- •Ellis Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.3).
- •Ellis Elem. is the larger school with 301 students compared with 197.
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 Clinton Co. R-III Middle better than Ellis 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 Clinton Co. R-III Middle and Ellis Elem.?
About 246 m in a straight line, between Plattsburg and Plattsburg in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton Co. R-III Middle: 197. Ellis Elem.: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton Co. R-III Middle and Ellis Elem. rank in Missouri?
Clinton Co. R-III Middle is 206th of 392 and Ellis Elem. is 682nd of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).