Forsyth Middle vs Ladue Fifth Grade Center
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 322 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forsyth Middle
Forsyth · Public middle · Grades 5–8
356 students
Ladue Fifth Grade Center
St. Louis · Public middle · Grades 5–5
357 students
| Measure | Forsyth Middle Forsyth, Missouri | Ladue Fifth Grade Center St. Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #197 of 392 | #2 of 392 |
| National rank | #7784 of 15,369 | #256 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–5 |
| Students | 356 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.7% | 8.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 76% |
| city | Forsyth | St. Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladue Fifth Grade Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.5 vs 49.3).
- •Ladue Fifth Grade Center does better on math proficiency (76% vs 45%).
- •Ladue Fifth Grade Center does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 52%).
- •Ladue Fifth Grade Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.1% vs 65.7%).
- •Ladue Fifth Grade Center does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.5).
- •Ladue Fifth Grade Center is the larger school with 357 students compared with 356.
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 Forsyth Middle better than Ladue Fifth Grade Center?
On the Success Index (US), Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks higher (90.5 vs 49.3 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 Forsyth Middle and Ladue Fifth Grade Center?
About 322 km in a straight line, between Forsyth and St. Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forsyth Middle: 356. Ladue Fifth Grade Center: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forsyth Middle and Ladue Fifth Grade Center rank in Missouri?
Forsyth Middle is 197th of 392 and Ladue Fifth Grade Center is 2nd of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).