James Elementary vs Kc International-Wallace
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
328 students
Kc International-Wallace
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
662 students
| Measure | James Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Kc International-Wallace Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1051 of 1,159 | #1045 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #45350 of 50,301 | #45102 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 328 | 662 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 15% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.2 vs 19.6).
- •James Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 15%).
- •James Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Kc International-Wallace does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 14.9).
- •Kc International-Wallace is the larger school with 662 students compared with 328.
- •James Elementary is a public school while Kc International-Wallace is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 James Elementary better than Kc International-Wallace?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James Elementary and Kc International-Wallace?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Elementary: 328. Kc International-Wallace: 662. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Elementary and Kc International-Wallace rank in Missouri?
James Elementary is 1051st of 1,159 and Kc International-Wallace is 1045th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).