Central Middle School vs Summit Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 211 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 7–8
790 students
Summit Middle School
Fort Wayne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
789 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Columbus, Indiana | Summit Middle School Fort Wayne, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #192 of 335 | #91 of 335 |
| National rank | #7892 of 15,369 | #5168 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 790 | 789 |
| Enrollment | 790 | 789 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.4% | 24.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 48% |
| city | Columbus | Fort Wayne |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Summit Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.4 vs 48.8).
- •Summit Middle School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 41%).
- •Summit Middle School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 44%).
- •Summit Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 45.4%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.1).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 790 students compared with 789.
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 Summit Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Summit Middle School ranks higher (61.4 vs 48.8 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 Summit Middle School?
About 211 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Fort Wayne in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 790. Summit Middle School: 789. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Summit Middle School rank in Indiana?
Central Middle School is 192nd of 335 and Summit Middle School is 91st of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).