Faxon Elementary vs Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 426 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Faxon Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
322 students
Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
401 students
| Measure | Faxon Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1079 of 1,159 | #1108 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #46760 of 50,301 | #48216 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 322 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 10% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Faxon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.7 vs 13.7).
- •Faxon Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Faxon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Faxon Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.5).
- •Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy is the larger school with 401 students compared with 322.
- •Faxon Elementary is a public school while Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Faxon Elementary better than Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Faxon Elementary ranks higher (16.7 vs 13.7 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 Faxon Elementary and Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy?
About 426 m in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Faxon Elementary: 322. Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Faxon Elementary and Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy rank in Missouri?
Faxon Elementary is 1079th of 1,159 and Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy is 1108th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).