David Harrison Elementary vs Gray Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
David Harrison Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
371 students
Gray Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
474 students
| Measure | David Harrison Elementary Springfield, Missouri | Gray Elem. Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #239 of 1,159 | #233 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #11223 of 50,301 | #10939 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 371 | 474 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 474 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 26.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 63% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.1 vs 70.5).
- •David Harrison Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 63%).
- •David Harrison Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Gray Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 44.5%).
- •Gray Elem. does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 17.7).
- •Gray Elem. is the larger school with 474 students compared with 371.
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 David Harrison Elementary better than Gray 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 David Harrison Elementary and Gray Elem.?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David Harrison Elementary: 371. Gray Elem.: 474. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David Harrison Elementary and Gray Elem. rank in Missouri?
David Harrison Elementary is 239th of 1,159 and Gray Elem. is 233rd of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).