Buena Vista Middle School vs Centauri Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Middle School
Buena Vista · Public middle · Grades 6–8
211 students
Centauri Middle School
La Jara · Public middle · Grades 6–8
211 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Middle School Buena Vista, Colorado | Centauri Middle School La Jara, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 262 | #121 of 262 |
| National rank | #7032 of 15,369 | #8560 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 211 | 211 |
| Enrollment | 211 | 211 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 64.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| city | Buena Vista | La Jara |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buena Vista Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 45.7).
- •Buena Vista Middle School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Centauri Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 41%).
- •Buena Vista Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 64.5%).
- •Buena Vista Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.2).
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 Buena Vista Middle School better than Centauri Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Buena Vista Middle School ranks higher (52.8 vs 45.7 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 Buena Vista Middle School and Centauri Middle School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Buena Vista and La Jara in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Middle School: 211. Centauri Middle School: 211. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Middle School and Centauri Middle School rank in Colorado?
Buena Vista Middle School is 96th of 262 and Centauri Middle School is 121st of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).