Field Elem. vs Pershing Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.8 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
Pershing Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
| Measure | Field Elem. Springfield, Missouri | Pershing Middle Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #515 of 1,159 | #106 of 392 |
| National rank | #21082 of 50,301 | #4974 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 401 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.4% | 38.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 48% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pershing Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 55.8).
- •Pershing Middle does better on math proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •Pershing Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •Field Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 38.7%).
- •Field Elem. does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.3).
- •Pershing Middle is the larger school with 702 students compared with 401.
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 Pershing Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pershing Middle ranks higher (62.3 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 Pershing Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Field Elem.: 401. Pershing Middle: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Field Elem. and Pershing Middle rank in Missouri?
Field Elem. is 515th of 1,159 and Pershing Middle is 106th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).