Ida Cannon Middle vs Lamar Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 356 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ida Cannon Middle
Elsberry · Public middle · Grades 5–8
258 students
Lamar Middle
Lamar · Public middle · Grades 6–8
255 students
| Measure | Ida Cannon Middle Elsberry, Missouri | Lamar Middle Lamar, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 392 | #208 of 392 |
| National rank | #7167 of 15,369 | #8078 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 258 | 255 |
| Enrollment | 258 | 255 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 41% |
| city | Elsberry | Lamar |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ida Cannon Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 48.0).
- •Lamar Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Ida Cannon Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •Ida Cannon Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 57.6%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.9).
- •Ida Cannon Middle is the larger school with 258 students compared with 255.
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 Ida Cannon Middle better than Lamar Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ida Cannon Middle ranks higher (52.1 vs 48.0 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 Ida Cannon Middle and Lamar Middle?
About 356 km in a straight line, between Elsberry and Lamar in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ida Cannon Middle: 258. Lamar Middle: 255. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ida Cannon Middle and Lamar Middle rank in Missouri?
Ida Cannon Middle is 174th of 392 and Lamar Middle is 208th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).