Columbia Middle School vs North Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 90 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia Middle School
Aurora · Public middle · Grades 6–8
636 students
North Middle School
Colorado Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
636 students
| Measure | Columbia Middle School Aurora, Colorado | North Middle School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 262 | #196 of 262 |
| National rank | #13769 of 15,369 | #11988 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 636 | 636 |
| Enrollment | 636 | 636 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.6% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 18% |
| city | Aurora | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.7 vs 20.0).
- •North Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •North Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 75.6%).
- •North Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.7).
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 Columbia Middle School better than North Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Middle School ranks higher (29.7 vs 20.0 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 Columbia Middle School and North Middle School?
About 90 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia Middle School: 636. North Middle School: 636. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia Middle School and North Middle School rank in Colorado?
Columbia Middle School is 230th of 262 and North Middle School is 196th of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).