Independence Elem. vs Saeger Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elem.
ST Charles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
762 students
Saeger Middle
ST Charles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
750 students
| Measure | Independence Elem. ST Charles, Missouri | Saeger Middle ST Charles, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #53 of 1,159 | #23 of 392 |
| National rank | #3897 of 50,301 | #1825 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 762 | 750 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 750 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 12.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 61% |
| city | ST Charles | ST Charles |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.0 vs 78.0).
- •Independence Elem. does better on math proficiency (70% vs 61%).
- •Independence Elem. does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •Independence Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 12.3%).
- •Independence Elem. does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.0).
- •Independence Elem. is the larger school with 762 students compared with 750.
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 Independence Elem. better than Saeger Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elem. ranks higher (82.0 vs 78.0 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 Independence Elem. and Saeger Middle?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between ST Charles and ST Charles in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elem.: 762. Saeger Middle: 750. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elem. and Saeger Middle rank in Missouri?
Independence Elem. is 53rd of 1,159 and Saeger Middle is 23rd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).