North Central Middle School vs Northwest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Central Middle School
North Liberty · Public middle · Grades 6–8
925 students
Northwest Middle School
Coralville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,113 students
| Measure | North Central Middle School North Liberty, Iowa | Northwest Middle School Coralville, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #42 of 239 | #131 of 239 |
| National rank | #807 of 15,369 | #2123 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 925 | 1,113 |
| Enrollment | 925 | 1,113 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.7% | 45.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 71% |
| city | North Liberty | Coralville |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 76.3).
- •North Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 71%).
- •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 45.2%).
- •Northwest Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.7).
- •Northwest Middle School is the larger school with 1,113 students compared with 925.
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 North Central Middle School better than Northwest Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Central Middle School ranks higher (84.6 vs 76.3 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 North Central Middle School and Northwest Middle School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between North Liberty and Coralville in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central Middle School: 925. Northwest Middle School: 1,113. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central Middle School and Northwest Middle School rank in Iowa?
North Central Middle School is 42nd of 239 and Northwest Middle School is 131st of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).