Central Springs Middle School vs Tipton Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 216 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
Tipton Middle School
Tipton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
256 students
| Measure | Central Springs Middle School Nora Springs, Iowa | Tipton Middle School Tipton, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #171 of 239 | #40 of 239 |
| National rank | #3455 of 15,369 | #739 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 255 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 255 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.7% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 72% |
| city | Nora Springs | Tipton |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tipton Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.2 vs 69.5).
- •Tipton Middle School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Tipton Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 57%).
- •Tipton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.8% vs 33.7%).
- •Tipton Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 18.2).
- •Tipton Middle School is the larger school with 256 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 Tipton Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Tipton Middle School ranks higher (85.2 vs 69.5 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 Central Springs Middle School and Tipton Middle School?
About 216 km in a straight line, between Nora Springs and Tipton in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Springs Middle School: 255. Tipton Middle School: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Springs Middle School and Tipton Middle School rank in Iowa?
Central Springs Middle School is 171st of 239 and Tipton Middle School is 40th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).