Gashland Elementary vs Jefferson Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 240 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gashland Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
218 students
Jefferson Elem.
Joplin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
218 students
| Measure | Gashland Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Jefferson Elem. Joplin, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #491 of 1,159 | #978 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #20268 of 50,301 | #41210 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 218 | 218 |
| Enrollment | 218 | 218 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.7% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Kansas City | Joplin |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gashland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 25.8).
- •Gashland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 80.3%).
- •Jefferson Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 16.8).
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 Gashland Elementary better than Jefferson Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Gashland Elementary ranks higher (57.0 vs 25.8 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 Gashland Elementary and Jefferson Elem.?
About 240 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Joplin in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gashland Elementary: 218. Jefferson Elem.: 218. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gashland Elementary and Jefferson Elem. rank in Missouri?
Gashland Elementary is 491st of 1,159 and Jefferson Elem. is 978th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).