Milford Central Academy vs Smyrna Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Delaware, United States, 45 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Milford Central Academy
Milford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,013 students
Smyrna Middle School
Smyrna · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,011 students
| Measure | Milford Central Academy Milford, Delaware | Smyrna Middle School Smyrna, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #23 of 40 | #14 of 40 |
| National rank | #9622 of 15,369 | #6835 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,013 | 1,011 |
| Enrollment | 1,013 | 1,011 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 45% |
| city | Milford | Smyrna |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smyrna Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.8 vs 40.9).
- •Smyrna Middle School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •Smyrna Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Smyrna Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 18.8).
- •Milford Central Academy is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 1,011.
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 Milford Central Academy better than Smyrna Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Smyrna Middle School ranks higher (53.8 vs 40.9 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 Milford Central Academy and Smyrna Middle School?
About 45 km in a straight line, between Milford and Smyrna in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Milford Central Academy: 1,013. Smyrna Middle School: 1,011. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Milford Central Academy and Smyrna Middle School rank in Delaware?
Milford Central Academy is 23rd of 40 and Smyrna Middle School is 14th of 40 among middle schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).