North Glendale Elem. vs North Kirkwood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Glendale Elem.
Kirkwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
571 students
North Kirkwood Middle
Kirkwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
697 students
| Measure | North Glendale Elem. Kirkwood, Missouri | North Kirkwood Middle Kirkwood, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #23 of 1,159 | #5 of 392 |
| National rank | #2372 of 50,301 | #651 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 571 | 697 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 68% |
| city | Kirkwood | Kirkwood |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (85.2 vs 85.9).
- •North Glendale Elem. does better on math proficiency (73% vs 68%).
- •North Glendale Elem. does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 74%).
- •North Glendale Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.5% vs 6.6%).
- •North Kirkwood Middle does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.4).
- •North Kirkwood Middle is the larger school with 697 students compared with 571.
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 North Glendale Elem. better than North Kirkwood Middle?
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 North Glendale Elem. and North Kirkwood Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Kirkwood and Kirkwood in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Glendale Elem.: 571. North Kirkwood Middle: 697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Glendale Elem. and North Kirkwood Middle rank in Missouri?
North Glendale Elem. is 23rd of 1,159 and North Kirkwood Middle is 5th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).