Mill Creek Elem. vs William Chrisman High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mill Creek Elem.
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
William Chrisman High
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,417 students
| Measure | Mill Creek Elem. Independence, Missouri | William Chrisman High Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #750 of 1,159 | #334 of 497 |
| National rank | #29148 of 50,301 | #10037 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 250 | 1,417 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 1,417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 70.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 44% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (44.2 vs 43.7).
- •Mill Creek Elem. does better on math proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •William Chrisman High does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •William Chrisman High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.4% vs 77.2%).
- •Mill Creek Elem. does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.1).
- •William Chrisman High is the larger school with 1,417 students compared with 250.
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 Mill Creek Elem. better than William Chrisman High?
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 Mill Creek Elem. and William Chrisman High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mill Creek Elem.: 250. William Chrisman High: 1,417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mill Creek Elem. and William Chrisman High rank in Missouri?
Mill Creek Elem. is 750th of 1,159 and William Chrisman High is 334th of 497 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).