Barker Middle School vs Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 228 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barker Middle School
Michigan City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
390 students
Central Elementary School
Beech Grove · Public middle · Grades 5–6
389 students
| Measure | Barker Middle School Michigan City, Indiana | Central Elementary School Beech Grove, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 335 | #251 of 335 |
| National rank | #9435 of 15,369 | #9834 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 390 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 49.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Michigan City | Beech Grove |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barker Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 39.9).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Barker Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 30%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 69.2%).
- •Barker Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Barker Middle School is the larger school with 390 students compared with 389.
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 Barker Middle School better than Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Barker Middle School ranks higher (41.7 vs 39.9 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 Barker Middle School and Central Elementary School?
About 228 km in a straight line, between Michigan City and Beech Grove in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barker Middle School: 390. Central Elementary School: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barker Middle School and Central Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Barker Middle School is 241st of 335 and Central Elementary School is 251st of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).