Central Elem vs Riverton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Baxter Springs · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
223 students
Riverton Middle
Riverton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
147 students
| Measure | Central Elem Baxter Springs, Kansas | Riverton Middle Riverton, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #308 of 686 | #133 of 205 |
| National rank | #25491 of 50,301 | #11812 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 223 | 147 |
| Enrollment | 223 | 147 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 17% |
| city | Baxter Springs | Riverton |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 30.6).
- •Central Elem does better on math proficiency (45% vs 17%).
- •Central Elem does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 27%).
- •Riverton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 68.2%).
- •Riverton Middle does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.4).
- •Central Elem is the larger school with 223 students compared with 147.
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 Elem better than Riverton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem ranks higher (49.5 vs 30.6 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 Elem and Riverton Middle?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Baxter Springs and Riverton in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 223. Riverton Middle: 147. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Riverton Middle rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 308th of 686 and Riverton Middle is 133rd of 205 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).