Meramec Elem. vs South City
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 505 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meramec Elem.
ST Louis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
171 students
South City
St. Louis · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
838 students
| Measure | Meramec Elem. ST Louis, Missouri | South City St. Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1116 of 1,159 | #996 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #48434 of 50,301 | #42386 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 171 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 171 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 27% |
| city | ST Louis | St. Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South City scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 13.2).
- •South City does better on math proficiency (27% vs 7.5%).
- •South City does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 12%).
- •South City does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.8% vs 100%).
- •Meramec Elem. does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 11.8).
- •South City is the larger school with 838 students compared with 171.
- •Meramec Elem. is a public school while South City is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Meramec Elem. better than South City?
On the Success Index (US), South City ranks higher (23.9 vs 13.2 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 Meramec Elem. and South City?
About 505 m in a straight line, between ST Louis and St. Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meramec Elem.: 171. South City: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meramec Elem. and South City rank in Missouri?
Meramec Elem. is 1116th of 1,159 and South City is 996th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).