Genesis School Inc. vs George Melcher Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Genesis School Inc.
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
180 students
George Melcher Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
341 students
| Measure | Genesis School Inc. Kansas City, Missouri | George Melcher Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1104 of 1,159 | #1118 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #48126 of 50,301 | #48677 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 180 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Genesis School Inc. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.9 vs 12.5).
- •George Melcher Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •George Melcher Elementary does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Genesis School Inc. does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 14.2).
- •George Melcher Elementary is the larger school with 341 students compared with 180.
- •Genesis School Inc. is a charter school while George Melcher Elementary is a public 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 Genesis School Inc. better than George Melcher Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Genesis School Inc. ranks higher (13.9 vs 12.5 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 Genesis School Inc. and George Melcher Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Genesis School Inc.: 180. George Melcher Elementary: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Genesis School Inc. and George Melcher Elementary rank in Missouri?
Genesis School Inc. is 1104th of 1,159 and George Melcher Elementary is 1118th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).