Jefferson Elem. vs Prairie Dell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 178 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem.
Cape Girardeau · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
Prairie Dell Elementary
Union · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
495 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem. Cape Girardeau, Missouri | Prairie Dell Elementary Union, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1028 of 1,159 | #297 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #44031 of 50,301 | #13100 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 494 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 52.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Cape Girardeau | Union |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie Dell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.5 vs 21.3).
- •Prairie Dell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 100%).
- •Jefferson Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.8).
- •Prairie Dell Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 494.
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 Jefferson Elem. better than Prairie Dell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie Dell Elementary ranks higher (67.5 vs 21.3 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 Jefferson Elem. and Prairie Dell Elementary?
About 178 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and Union in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem.: 494. Prairie Dell Elementary: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem. and Prairie Dell Elementary rank in Missouri?
Jefferson Elem. is 1028th of 1,159 and Prairie Dell Elementary is 297th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).