Field Elem. vs Franklin Smith Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 224 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Field Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
401 students
Franklin Smith Elem.
Blue Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
401 students
| Measure | Field Elem. Springfield, Missouri | Franklin Smith Elem. Blue Springs, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #515 of 1,159 | #333 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #21082 of 50,301 | #14256 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 401 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.4% | 41.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 59% |
| city | Springfield | Blue Springs |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Smith Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 55.8).
- •Franklin Smith Elem. does better on math proficiency (59% vs 43%).
- •Field Elem. does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 50%).
- •Field Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 41.6%).
- •Franklin Smith Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 16.0).
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 Field Elem. better than Franklin Smith Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Smith Elem. ranks higher (65.8 vs 55.8 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 Field Elem. and Franklin Smith Elem.?
About 224 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Blue Springs in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Field Elem.: 401. Franklin Smith Elem.: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Field Elem. and Franklin Smith Elem. rank in Missouri?
Field Elem. is 515th of 1,159 and Franklin Smith Elem. is 333rd of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).