Foreign Language Academy vs Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 543 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foreign Language Academy
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
594 students
Middle School
Kansas City · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
144 students
| Measure | Foreign Language Academy Kansas City, Missouri | Middle School Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1005 of 1,159 | #133 of 392 |
| National rank | #42683 of 50,301 | #5760 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 594 | 144 |
| Enrollment | 594 | 144 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 26% | – |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.7 vs 23.4).
- •Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 100%).
- •Foreign Language Academy does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.4).
- •Foreign Language Academy is the larger school with 594 students compared with 144.
- •Foreign Language Academy is a public school while Middle School 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 Foreign Language Academy better than Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Middle School ranks higher (58.7 vs 23.4 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 Foreign Language Academy and Middle School?
About 543 m in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foreign Language Academy: 594. Middle School: 144. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foreign Language Academy and Middle School rank in Missouri?
Foreign Language Academy is 1005th of 1,159 and Middle School is 133rd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).