Murphy Elem. vs South Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 144 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
South Elem.
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–4
433 students
| Measure | Murphy Elem. High Ridge, Missouri | South Elem. Jackson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #645 of 1,159 | #641 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #25108 of 50,301 | #24944 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 433 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| city | High Ridge | Jackson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (50.1 vs 50.4).
- •South Elem. does better on math proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •South Elem. does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •South Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 48.3%).
- •Murphy Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.4).
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 South Elem.?
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 Murphy Elem. and South Elem.?
About 144 km in a straight line, between High Ridge and Jackson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Murphy Elem.: 433. South Elem.: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Murphy Elem. and South Elem. rank in Missouri?
Murphy Elem. is 645th of 1,159 and South Elem. is 641st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).