Galileo Middle School vs North Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Galileo Middle School
Colorado Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
277 students
North Middle School
Colorado Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
636 students
| Measure | Galileo Middle School Colorado Springs, Colorado | North Middle School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #238 of 262 | #196 of 262 |
| National rank | #14033 of 15,369 | #11988 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 277 | 636 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 636 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 18% |
| city | Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.7 vs 18.4).
- •North Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 8%).
- •North Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 26%).
- •North Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 82.3%).
- •Galileo Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.7).
- •North Middle School is the larger school with 636 students compared with 277.
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 Galileo Middle School better than North Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Middle School ranks higher (29.7 vs 18.4 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 Galileo Middle School and North Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Colorado Springs and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Galileo Middle School: 277. North Middle School: 636. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Galileo Middle School and North Middle School rank in Colorado?
Galileo Middle School is 238th of 262 and North Middle School is 196th of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).