Argentine Middle vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Argentine Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
519 students
Central Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
687 students
| Measure | Argentine Middle Kansas City, Kansas | Central Middle Kansas City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #183 of 205 | #203 of 205 |
| National rank | #13934 of 15,369 | #14953 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 519 | 687 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 84.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Argentine Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.0 vs 11.5).
- •Argentine Middle does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Argentine Middle does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •Argentine Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80% vs 84.3%).
- •Argentine Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.8).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 687 students compared with 519.
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 Argentine Middle better than Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Argentine Middle ranks higher (19.0 vs 11.5 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 Argentine Middle and Central Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Argentine Middle: 519. Central Middle: 687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Argentine Middle and Central Middle rank in Kansas?
Argentine Middle is 183rd of 205 and Central Middle is 203rd of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).