Central Middle vs M E Pearson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
687 students
M E Pearson Elem
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
606 students
| Measure | Central Middle Kansas City, Kansas | M E Pearson Elem Kansas City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #203 of 205 | #662 of 686 |
| National rank | #14953 of 15,369 | #47136 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 687 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 94.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 21% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •M E Pearson Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.0 vs 11.5).
- •M E Pearson Elem does better on math proficiency (21% vs 11%).
- •M E Pearson Elem does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 8%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.3% vs 94.7%).
- •M E Pearson Elem does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.8).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 687 students compared with 606.
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 Middle better than M E Pearson Elem?
On the Success Index (US), M E Pearson Elem ranks higher (16.0 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 Central Middle and M E Pearson Elem?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 687. M E Pearson Elem: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and M E Pearson Elem rank in Kansas?
Central Middle is 203rd of 205 and M E Pearson Elem is 662nd of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).