Little Blue Elementary vs Sunshine Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Little Blue Elementary
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
263 students
Sunshine Center
Independence · Public other · Grades PK–PK
106 students
| Measure | Little Blue Elementary Independence, Missouri | Sunshine Center Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #590 of 1,159 | – |
| National rank | #22847 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 263 | 106 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | 52.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Little Blue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 52.8%).
- •Little Blue Elementary is the larger school with 263 students compared with 106.
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 Little Blue Elementary better than Sunshine Center?
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 Little Blue Elementary and Sunshine Center?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Little Blue Elementary: 263. Sunshine Center: 106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Little Blue Elementary and Sunshine Center rank in Missouri?
Little Blue Elementary is 590th of 1,159 and Sunshine Center is unranked among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).