Dobbs Elementary vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dobbs Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
South Middle
Raytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
510 students
| Measure | Dobbs Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | South Middle Raytown, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1068 of 1,159 | #362 of 392 |
| National rank | #46164 of 50,301 | #13720 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 320 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 68.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 13% |
| city | Kansas City | Raytown |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.4 vs 17.8).
- •Dobbs Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •South Middle does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 100%).
- •Dobbs Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.9).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 510 students compared with 320.
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 Dobbs Elementary better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle ranks higher (20.4 vs 17.8 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 Dobbs Elementary and South Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Raytown in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dobbs Elementary: 320. South Middle: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dobbs Elementary and South Middle rank in Missouri?
Dobbs Elementary is 1068th of 1,159 and South Middle is 362nd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).