James Elementary vs Northeast High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.2 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
Northeast High
Kansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
732 students
| Measure | James Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Northeast High Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1051 of 1,159 | #492 of 497 |
| National rank | #45350 of 50,301 | #16468 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 328 | 732 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 732 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 7.5% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.2 vs 11.7).
- •James Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7.5%).
- •James Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Northeast High is the larger school with 732 students compared with 328.
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 Northeast High?
On the Success Index (US), James Elementary ranks higher (19.2 vs 11.7 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 James Elementary and Northeast High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Elementary: 328. Northeast High: 732. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Elementary and Northeast High rank in Missouri?
James Elementary is 1051st of 1,159 and Northeast High is 492nd of 497 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).