Central Middle School vs Locust Grove Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 96 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Carrollton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,009 students
Locust Grove Middle
Locust Grove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,010 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Carrollton, Georgia | Locust Grove Middle Locust Grove, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 482 | #298 of 482 |
| National rank | #3703 of 15,369 | #11694 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,009 | 1,010 |
| Enrollment | 1,009 | 1,010 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.9% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 30% |
| city | Carrollton | Locust Grove |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.3 vs 31.2).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 30%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 67.4%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.4).
- •Locust Grove Middle is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 1,009.
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 Central Middle School better than Locust Grove Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (68.3 vs 31.2 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 Central Middle School and Locust Grove Middle?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Locust Grove in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 1,009. Locust Grove Middle: 1,010. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Locust Grove Middle rank in Georgia?
Central Middle School is 68th of 482 and Locust Grove Middle is 298th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).