Hanna Woods Elem. vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanna Woods Elem.
Ballwin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
360 students
South Middle
Manchester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
542 students
| Measure | Hanna Woods Elem. Ballwin, Missouri | South Middle Manchester, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #215 of 1,159 | #32 of 392 |
| National rank | #10379 of 50,301 | #2351 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 360 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.3% | 16.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 52% |
| city | Ballwin | Manchester |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 71.3).
- •Hanna Woods Elem. does better on math proficiency (58% vs 52%).
- •South Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 55%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.2% vs 30.3%).
- •Hanna Woods Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.3).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 542 students compared with 360.
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 Hanna Woods Elem. better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle ranks higher (75.1 vs 71.3 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 Hanna Woods Elem. and South Middle?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Ballwin and Manchester in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanna Woods Elem.: 360. South Middle: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanna Woods Elem. and South Middle rank in Missouri?
Hanna Woods Elem. is 215th of 1,159 and South Middle is 32nd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).