Central Middle School vs Wallace Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Kokomo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
Wallace Elementary School
Kokomo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
360 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Kokomo, Indiana | Wallace Elementary School Kokomo, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #240 of 335 | #175 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #9374 of 15,369 | #11697 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 451 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 451 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.7% | 51.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 72% |
| city | Kokomo | Kokomo |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wallace Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.5 vs 42.0).
- •Wallace Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 31%).
- •Wallace Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.7% vs 51.1%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.4).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 451 students compared with 360.
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 Wallace Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Wallace Elementary School ranks higher (69.5 vs 42.0 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 Wallace Elementary School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Kokomo and Kokomo in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 451. Wallace Elementary School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Wallace Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Central Middle School is 240th of 335 and Wallace Elementary School is 175th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).