Gladstone Elementary vs James Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gladstone Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
406 students
James Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
328 students
| Measure | Gladstone Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | James Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1035 of 1,159 | #1051 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #44649 of 50,301 | #45350 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 406 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gladstone Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.3 vs 19.2).
- •James Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •James Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Gladstone Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.9).
- •Gladstone Elementary is the larger school with 406 students compared with 328.
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 Gladstone Elementary better than James Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gladstone Elementary ranks higher (20.3 vs 19.2 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 Gladstone Elementary and James Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gladstone Elementary: 406. James Elementary: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gladstone Elementary and James Elementary rank in Missouri?
Gladstone Elementary is 1035th of 1,159 and James Elementary is 1051st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).