Columbian Elem. vs Gratz Brown Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 299 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
Gratz Brown Elem.
Moberly · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
398 students
| Measure | Columbian Elem. Carthage, Missouri | Gratz Brown Elem. Moberly, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #777 of 1,159 | #781 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #30346 of 50,301 | #30552 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 398 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.7% | 67.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 34% |
| city | Carthage | Moberly |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.4 vs 42.1).
- •Columbian Elem. does better on math proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Columbian Elem. does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Gratz Brown Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.1% vs 81.7%).
- •Gratz Brown Elem. does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.7).
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 Gratz Brown 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 Columbian Elem. and Gratz Brown Elem.?
About 299 km in a straight line, between Carthage and Moberly in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbian Elem.: 398. Gratz Brown Elem.: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbian Elem. and Gratz Brown Elem. rank in Missouri?
Columbian Elem. is 777th of 1,159 and Gratz Brown Elem. is 781st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).