Edison Elem. vs Lafayette High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Elem.
ST Joseph · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
362 students
Lafayette High
ST Joseph · Public high · Grades 9–12
644 students
| Measure | Edison Elem. ST Joseph, Missouri | Lafayette High ST Joseph, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1030 of 1,159 | #375 of 497 |
| National rank | #44268 of 50,301 | #11142 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 362 | 644 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 32% |
| city | ST Joseph | ST Joseph |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 20.9).
- •Lafayette High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Lafayette High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 25%).
- •Edison Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.4).
- •Lafayette High is the larger school with 644 students compared with 362.
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 Edison Elem. better than Lafayette High?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette High ranks higher (39.2 vs 20.9 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 Edison Elem. and Lafayette High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between ST Joseph and ST Joseph in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Elem.: 362. Lafayette High: 644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Elem. and Lafayette High rank in Missouri?
Edison Elem. is 1030th of 1,159 and Lafayette High is 375th of 497 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).