South Middle vs Westridge Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Middle
Raytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
510 students
Westridge Elem.
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
319 students
| Measure | South Middle Raytown, Missouri | Westridge Elem. Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #362 of 392 | #1031 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #13720 of 15,369 | #44433 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 510 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 7.5% |
| city | Raytown | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.4 vs 20.7).
- •South Middle does better on math proficiency (13% vs 7.5%).
- •South Middle does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 72.7%).
- •Westridge Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.9).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 510 students compared with 319.
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 South Middle better than Westridge 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 South Middle and Westridge Elem.?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Raytown and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Middle: 510. Westridge Elem.: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Middle and Westridge Elem. rank in Missouri?
South Middle is 362nd of 392 and Westridge Elem. is 1031st of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).