Columbian Elem. vs Early Childhood and Pat Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbian Elem.
Carthage · Public elementary · Grades K–3
398 students
Early Childhood and Pat Center
Carthage · Public other · Grades PK–PK
116 students
| Measure | Columbian Elem. Carthage, Missouri | Early Childhood and Pat Center Carthage, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #777 of 1,159 | – |
| National rank | #30346 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 398 | 116 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.7% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Carthage | Carthage |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Early Childhood and Pat Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.9% vs 81.7%).
- •Early Childhood and Pat Center does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 11.7).
- •Columbian Elem. is the larger school with 398 students compared with 116.
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 Columbian Elem. better than Early Childhood and Pat Center?
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 Columbian Elem. and Early Childhood and Pat Center?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Carthage and Carthage in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbian Elem.: 398. Early Childhood and Pat Center: 116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbian Elem. and Early Childhood and Pat Center rank in Missouri?
Columbian Elem. is 777th of 1,159 and Early Childhood and Pat Center is unranked among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).