Murphy Elem. vs Rockwood South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Murphy Elem.
High Ridge · Public elementary · Grades K–5
433 students
Rockwood South Middle
Fenton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
817 students
| Measure | Murphy Elem. High Ridge, Missouri | Rockwood South Middle Fenton, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #645 of 1,159 | #58 of 392 |
| National rank | #25108 of 50,301 | #3467 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 433 | 817 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 817 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| city | High Ridge | Fenton |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rockwood South Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.5 vs 50.1).
- •Rockwood South Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Rockwood South Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •Rockwood South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 48.3%).
- •Murphy Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.8).
- •Rockwood South Middle is the larger school with 817 students compared with 433.
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 Murphy Elem. better than Rockwood South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rockwood South Middle ranks higher (69.5 vs 50.1 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 Murphy Elem. and Rockwood South Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between High Ridge and Fenton in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Murphy Elem.: 433. Rockwood South Middle: 817. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Murphy Elem. and Rockwood South Middle rank in Missouri?
Murphy Elem. is 645th of 1,159 and Rockwood South Middle is 58th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).