Central Elem vs Comanche Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 590 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Dodge City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
Comanche Middle School
Dodge City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
783 students
| Measure | Central Elem Dodge City, Kansas | Comanche Middle School Dodge City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #682 of 686 | #185 of 205 |
| National rank | #49478 of 50,301 | #14092 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 381 | 783 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 783 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 18% |
| city | Dodge City | Dodge City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Comanche Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.1 vs 9.9).
- •Comanche Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Central Elem does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 19%).
- •Comanche Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 95%).
- •Comanche Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 19.1).
- •Comanche Middle School is the larger school with 783 students compared with 381.
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 Comanche Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Comanche Middle School ranks higher (18.1 vs 9.9 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 Comanche Middle School?
About 590 m in a straight line, between Dodge City and Dodge City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 381. Comanche Middle School: 783. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Comanche Middle School rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 682nd of 686 and Comanche Middle School is 185th of 205 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).