Matthews Elementary vs South Iron Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 119 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Matthews Elementary
Matthews · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
139 students
South Iron Elem.
Annapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
139 students
| Measure | Matthews Elementary Matthews, Missouri | South Iron Elem. Annapolis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #384 of 1,159 | #855 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #16263 of 50,301 | #34130 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 139 | 139 |
| Enrollment | 139 | 139 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 76.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 37% |
| city | Matthews | Annapolis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matthews Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 36.8).
- •Matthews Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Matthews Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •South Iron Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.3% vs 100%).
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 Matthews Elementary better than South Iron Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Matthews Elementary ranks higher (62.8 vs 36.8 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 Matthews Elementary and South Iron Elem.?
About 119 km in a straight line, between Matthews and Annapolis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Matthews Elementary: 139. South Iron Elem.: 139. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Matthews Elementary and South Iron Elem. rank in Missouri?
Matthews Elementary is 384th of 1,159 and South Iron Elem. is 855th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).