Burlington Middle School vs Centauri Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 394 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burlington Middle School
Burlington · Public middle · Grades 5–8
206 students
Centauri Middle School
La Jara · Public middle · Grades 6–8
211 students
| Measure | Burlington Middle School Burlington, Colorado | Centauri Middle School La Jara, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 262 | #121 of 262 |
| National rank | #13982 of 15,369 | #8560 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 206 | 211 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 211 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 64.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 32% |
| city | Burlington | La Jara |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Centauri Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 18.7).
- •Centauri Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7.5%).
- •Centauri Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 22%).
- •Centauri Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.5% vs 65%).
- •Centauri Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.8).
- •Centauri Middle School is the larger school with 211 students compared with 206.
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 Burlington Middle School better than Centauri Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Centauri Middle School ranks higher (45.7 vs 18.7 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 Burlington Middle School and Centauri Middle School?
About 394 km in a straight line, between Burlington and La Jara in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burlington Middle School: 206. Centauri Middle School: 211. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burlington Middle School and Centauri Middle School rank in Colorado?
Burlington Middle School is 235th of 262 and Centauri Middle School is 121st of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).