Buford Garner Elementary vs North Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Garner Elementary
North Liberty · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
344 students
North Central Middle School
North Liberty · Public middle · Grades 6–8
925 students
| Measure | Buford Garner Elementary North Liberty, Iowa | North Central Middle School North Liberty, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #159 of 654 | #42 of 239 |
| National rank | #3614 of 50,301 | #807 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 344 | 925 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 925 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.1% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 77% |
| city | North Liberty | North Liberty |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 82.5).
- •Buford Garner Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 77%).
- •North Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 71%).
- •North Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.7% vs 31.1%).
- •Buford Garner Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.7).
- •North Central Middle School is the larger school with 925 students compared with 344.
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 Buford Garner Elementary better than North Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Central Middle School ranks higher (84.6 vs 82.5 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 Buford Garner Elementary and North Central Middle School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between North Liberty and North Liberty in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Garner Elementary: 344. North Central Middle School: 925. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Garner Elementary and North Central Middle School rank in Iowa?
Buford Garner Elementary is 159th of 654 and North Central Middle School is 42nd of 239 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).