Chapman Middle School vs Smoky Valley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapman Middle School
Chapman · Public middle · Grades 6–8
250 students
Smoky Valley Middle School
Lindsborg · Public middle · Grades 5–8
253 students
| Measure | Chapman Middle School Chapman, Kansas | Smoky Valley Middle School Lindsborg, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #61 of 205 | #68 of 205 |
| National rank | #8605 of 15,369 | #8747 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 250 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.8% | 36.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| city | Chapman | Lindsborg |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (45.5 vs 44.9).
- •Chapman Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Smoky Valley Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.4% vs 38.8%).
- •Smoky Valley Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.6).
- •Smoky Valley Middle School is the larger school with 253 students compared with 250.
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 Chapman Middle School better than Smoky Valley Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chapman Middle School and Smoky Valley Middle School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Chapman and Lindsborg in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapman Middle School: 250. Smoky Valley Middle School: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapman Middle School and Smoky Valley Middle School rank in Kansas?
Chapman Middle School is 61st of 205 and Smoky Valley Middle School is 68th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).