Middle Sch. vs South Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middle Sch.
Neosho · Public middle · Grades 5–6
702 students
South Elem.
Neosho · Public elementary · Grades K–4
285 students
| Measure | Middle Sch. Neosho, Missouri | South Elem. Neosho, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #270 of 392 | #578 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #9815 of 15,369 | #22662 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 702 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 67.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Neosho | Neosho |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 40.0).
- •South Elem. does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •South Elem. does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Middle Sch. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.4% vs 67.7%).
- •Middle Sch. does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 13.6).
- •Middle Sch. is the larger school with 702 students compared with 285.
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 Middle Sch. better than South Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), South Elem. ranks higher (53.6 vs 40.0 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 Middle Sch. and South Elem.?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Neosho and Neosho in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middle Sch.: 702. South Elem.: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middle Sch. and South Elem. rank in Missouri?
Middle Sch. is 270th of 392 and South Elem. is 578th of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).