Guadalupe Centers Elementary vs James Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guadalupe Centers Elementary
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
801 students
James Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
328 students
| Measure | Guadalupe Centers Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | James Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #973 of 1,159 | #1051 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #40908 of 50,301 | #45350 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 801 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 801 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 32% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 19.2).
- •James Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 13%).
- •James Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 13%).
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 100%).
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.9).
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary is the larger school with 801 students compared with 328.
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary is a charter school while James 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 Guadalupe Centers Elementary better than James Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Guadalupe Centers Elementary ranks higher (26.2 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 Guadalupe Centers Elementary and James Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guadalupe Centers Elementary: 801. James Elementary: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guadalupe Centers Elementary and James Elementary rank in Missouri?
Guadalupe Centers Elementary is 973rd of 1,159 and James Elementary is 1051st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).