Laurel Hills Elem. vs Raytown Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Hills Elem.
Raytown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
344 students
Raytown Central Middle
Raytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
488 students
| Measure | Laurel Hills Elem. Raytown, Missouri | Raytown Central Middle Raytown, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #929 of 1,159 | #326 of 392 |
| National rank | #37617 of 50,301 | #11651 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 344 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.3% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 26% |
| city | Raytown | Raytown |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.4 vs 31.4).
- •Raytown Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •Raytown Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 75.3%).
- •Laurel Hills Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.4).
- •Raytown Central Middle is the larger school with 488 students compared with 344.
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 Laurel Hills Elem. better than Raytown Central Middle?
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 Laurel Hills Elem. and Raytown Central Middle?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Raytown and Raytown in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Hills Elem.: 344. Raytown Central Middle: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Hills Elem. and Raytown Central Middle rank in Missouri?
Laurel Hills Elem. is 929th of 1,159 and Raytown Central Middle is 326th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).