Jefferson Elem. vs Plato Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 210 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem.
Joplin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
218 students
Plato Elem.
Plato · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
218 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem. Joplin, Missouri | Plato Elem. Plato, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #978 of 1,159 | #446 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #41210 of 50,301 | #18602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 218 | 218 |
| Enrollment | 218 | 218 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 45% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| city | Joplin | Plato |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plato Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 25.8).
- •Plato Elem. does better on math proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Plato Elem. does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Plato Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45% vs 80.3%).
- •Plato Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.1).
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 Plato Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Plato Elem. ranks higher (59.4 vs 25.8 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 Plato Elem.?
About 210 km in a straight line, between Joplin and Plato in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem.: 218. Plato Elem.: 218. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem. and Plato Elem. rank in Missouri?
Jefferson Elem. is 978th of 1,159 and Plato Elem. is 446th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).