Compass Elementary vs Salem Upper 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.
Compass Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
335 students
Salem Upper Elem.
Salem · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
335 students
| Measure | Compass Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Salem Upper Elem. Salem, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1088 of 1,159 | #945 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #47473 of 50,301 | #38570 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 335 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 36% |
| city | Kansas City | Salem |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Upper Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.0 vs 15.3).
- •Salem Upper Elem. does better on math proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •Salem Upper Elem. does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 29%).
- •Salem Upper Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.6).
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 Compass Elementary better than Salem Upper Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Upper Elem. ranks higher (30.0 vs 15.3 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 Compass Elementary and Salem Upper Elem.?
About 299 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Salem in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Compass Elementary: 335. Salem Upper Elem.: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Compass Elementary and Salem Upper Elem. rank in Missouri?
Compass Elementary is 1088th of 1,159 and Salem Upper Elem. is 945th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).