Craig Elem. vs Ross Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Craig Elem.
ST Louis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
Ross Elem.
ST Louis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
| Measure | Craig Elem. ST Louis, Missouri | Ross Elem. ST Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 1,159 | #348 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #15774 of 50,301 | #15206 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 423 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 38.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| city | ST Louis | ST Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.5 vs 64.4).
- •Ross Elem. does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Craig Elem. does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Craig Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 38.5%).
- •Ross Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.1).
- •Craig Elem. is the larger school with 423 students compared with 413.
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 Craig Elem. better than Ross 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 Craig Elem. and Ross Elem.?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between ST Louis and ST Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Craig Elem.: 423. Ross Elem.: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Craig Elem. and Ross Elem. rank in Missouri?
Craig Elem. is 368th of 1,159 and Ross Elem. is 348th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).