Central Middle vs Pittsburg Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 186 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
Pittsburg Middle School
Pittsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
692 students
| Measure | Central Middle Kansas City, Kansas | Pittsburg Middle School Pittsburg, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #203 of 205 | #92 of 205 |
| National rank | #14953 of 15,369 | #10094 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 687 | 692 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 692 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 38% |
| city | Kansas City | Pittsburg |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pittsburg Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 11.5).
- •Pittsburg Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 11%).
- •Pittsburg Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 8%).
- •Pittsburg Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.8% vs 84.3%).
- •Pittsburg Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 16.8).
- •Pittsburg Middle School is the larger school with 692 students compared with 687.
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 Pittsburg Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pittsburg Middle School ranks higher (38.8 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 Pittsburg Middle School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Pittsburg in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 687. Pittsburg Middle School: 692. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Pittsburg Middle School rank in Kansas?
Central Middle is 203rd of 205 and Pittsburg Middle School is 92nd of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).