Davidson Elementary vs Northgate Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 883 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Davidson Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
566 students
Northgate Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
689 students
| Measure | Davidson Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Northgate Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #790 of 1,159 | #202 of 392 |
| National rank | #30987 of 50,301 | #7920 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 566 | 689 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 689 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.5% | 66.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northgate Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 41.4).
- •Northgate Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Northgate Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Davidson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.5% vs 66.6%).
- •Northgate Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.8).
- •Northgate Middle is the larger school with 689 students compared with 566.
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 Davidson Elementary better than Northgate Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Northgate Middle ranks higher (48.7 vs 41.4 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 Davidson Elementary and Northgate Middle?
About 883 m in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Davidson Elementary: 566. Northgate Middle: 689. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Davidson Elementary and Northgate Middle rank in Missouri?
Davidson Elementary is 790th of 1,159 and Northgate Middle is 202nd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).