Joel E. Barber Elem. vs South Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 85 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joel E. Barber Elem.
Lebanon · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
505 students
South Elem.
Ozark · Public elementary · Grades K–4
505 students
| Measure | Joel E. Barber Elem. Lebanon, Missouri | South Elem. Ozark, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1007 of 1,159 | #132 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #42763 of 50,301 | #7620 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 505 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 505 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 44% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 66% |
| city | Lebanon | Ozark |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 23.3).
- •South Elem. does better on math proficiency (66% vs 31%).
- •South Elem. does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 34%).
- •South Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44% vs 100%).
- •South Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.0).
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 Joel E. Barber Elem. better than South Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), South Elem. ranks higher (75.6 vs 23.3 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 Joel E. Barber Elem. and South Elem.?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Lebanon and Ozark in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joel E. Barber Elem.: 505. South Elem.: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joel E. Barber Elem. and South Elem. rank in Missouri?
Joel E. Barber Elem. is 1007th of 1,159 and South Elem. is 132nd of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).