Jackson Park Elem. vs Meramec Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Park Elem.
University City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
304 students
Meramec Elem.
Clayton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
368 students
| Measure | Jackson Park Elem. University City, Missouri | Meramec Elem. Clayton, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1021 of 1,159 | #1 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #43650 of 50,301 | #252 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 304 | 368 |
| Enrollment | 304 | 368 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 5.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 77% |
| city | University City | Clayton |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meramec Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.3 vs 21.9).
- •Meramec Elem. does better on math proficiency (77% vs 22%).
- •Meramec Elem. does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Meramec Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.2% vs 100%).
- •Meramec Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.2).
- •Meramec Elem. is the larger school with 368 students compared with 304.
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 Jackson Park Elem. better than Meramec Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Meramec Elem. ranks higher (93.3 vs 21.9 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 Jackson Park Elem. and Meramec Elem.?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between University City and Clayton in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Park Elem.: 304. Meramec Elem.: 368. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Park Elem. and Meramec Elem. rank in Missouri?
Jackson Park Elem. is 1021st of 1,159 and Meramec Elem. is 1st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).