Genesis School Inc. vs M. L. King Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 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
M. L. King Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
768 students
| Measure | Genesis School Inc. Kansas City, Missouri | M. L. King Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1104 of 1,159 | #1151 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #48126 of 50,301 | #49638 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 180 | 768 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 768 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Genesis School Inc. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.9 vs 9.3).
- •Genesis School Inc. does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 15.1).
- •M. L. King Elementary is the larger school with 768 students compared with 180.
- •Genesis School Inc. is a charter school while M. L. King 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 M. L. King Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Genesis School Inc. ranks higher (13.9 vs 9.3 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 Genesis School Inc. and M. L. King Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Genesis School Inc.: 180. M. L. King Elementary: 768. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Genesis School Inc. and M. L. King Elementary rank in Missouri?
Genesis School Inc. is 1104th of 1,159 and M. L. King Elementary is 1151st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).