Danby-Rush Tower Middle vs STEAM Academy Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Danby-Rush Tower Middle
Festus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
246 students
STEAM Academy Middle School
Hazelwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
245 students
| Measure | Danby-Rush Tower Middle Festus, Missouri | STEAM Academy Middle School Hazelwood, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 392 | #347 of 392 |
| National rank | #4964 of 15,369 | #12955 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 246 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Festus | Hazelwood |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Danby-Rush Tower Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 24.5).
- •Danby-Rush Tower Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 100%).
- •STEAM Academy Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.7).
- •Danby-Rush Tower Middle is the larger school with 246 students compared with 245.
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 Danby-Rush Tower Middle better than STEAM Academy Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Danby-Rush Tower Middle ranks higher (62.3 vs 24.5 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 Danby-Rush Tower Middle and STEAM Academy Middle School?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Festus and Hazelwood in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Danby-Rush Tower Middle: 246. STEAM Academy Middle School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Danby-Rush Tower Middle and STEAM Academy Middle School rank in Missouri?
Danby-Rush Tower Middle is 104th of 392 and STEAM Academy Middle School is 347th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).