Central Springs Middle School vs John Adams Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Springs Middle School
Nora Springs · Public middle · Grades 4–8
255 students
John Adams Middle School
Mason City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
463 students
| Measure | Central Springs Middle School Nora Springs, Iowa | John Adams Middle School Mason City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #171 of 239 | #179 of 239 |
| National rank | #3455 of 15,369 | #3766 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 255 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 255 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.7% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 56% |
| city | Nora Springs | Mason City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Springs Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.5 vs 68.1).
- •Central Springs Middle School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 56%).
- •John Adams Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 57%).
- •Central Springs Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 49%).
- •John Adams Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 18.2).
- •John Adams Middle School is the larger school with 463 students compared with 255.
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 Springs Middle School better than John Adams Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Springs Middle School ranks higher (69.5 vs 68.1 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 Springs Middle School and John Adams Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Nora Springs and Mason City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Springs Middle School: 255. John Adams Middle School: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Springs Middle School and John Adams Middle School rank in Iowa?
Central Springs Middle School is 171st of 239 and John Adams Middle School is 179th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).