Franklin Smith Elem. vs Moreland Ridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Smith Elem.
Blue Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
401 students
Moreland Ridge Middle
Blue Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
813 students
| Measure | Franklin Smith Elem. Blue Springs, Missouri | Moreland Ridge Middle Blue Springs, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #333 of 1,159 | #40 of 392 |
| National rank | #14256 of 50,301 | #2727 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 401 | 813 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 813 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.6% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 60% |
| city | Blue Springs | Blue Springs |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Moreland Ridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 65.8).
- •Moreland Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 59%).
- •Moreland Ridge Middle does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 50%).
- •Moreland Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 41.6%).
- •Franklin Smith Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.5).
- •Moreland Ridge Middle is the larger school with 813 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 Franklin Smith Elem. better than Moreland Ridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Moreland Ridge Middle ranks higher (73.0 vs 65.8 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 Franklin Smith Elem. and Moreland Ridge Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Blue Springs and Blue Springs in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Smith Elem.: 401. Moreland Ridge Middle: 813. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Smith Elem. and Moreland Ridge Middle rank in Missouri?
Franklin Smith Elem. is 333rd of 1,159 and Moreland Ridge Middle is 40th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).