Howell Valley Elem. vs McKelvey Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 250 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Howell Valley Elem.
West Plains · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
201 students
McKelvey Primary
St.louis · Public elementary · Grades K–1
201 students
| Measure | Howell Valley Elem. West Plains, Missouri | McKelvey Primary St.louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #174 of 1,159 | #35 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #9116 of 50,301 | #2846 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 201 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 201 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 67% | – |
| city | West Plains | St.louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKelvey Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.1 vs 73.2).
- •McKelvey Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 52.7%).
- •McKelvey Primary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.8).
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 Howell Valley Elem. better than McKelvey Primary?
On the Success Index (US), McKelvey Primary ranks higher (84.1 vs 73.2 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 Howell Valley Elem. and McKelvey Primary?
About 250 km in a straight line, between West Plains and St.louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Howell Valley Elem.: 201. McKelvey Primary: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Howell Valley Elem. and McKelvey Primary rank in Missouri?
Howell Valley Elem. is 174th of 1,159 and McKelvey Primary is 35th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).