Colby Middle School vs Kepley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 204 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colby Middle School
Colby · Public middle · Grades 5–8
293 students
Kepley Middle School
Ulysses · Public middle · Grades 6–8
294 students
| Measure | Colby Middle School Colby, Kansas | Kepley Middle School Ulysses, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #114 of 205 | #179 of 205 |
| National rank | #11023 of 15,369 | #13730 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 293 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.2% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 12% |
| city | Colby | Ulysses |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colby Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 20.3).
- •Colby Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •Colby Middle School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 8%).
- •Colby Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 76.9%).
- •Kepley Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.0).
- •Kepley Middle School is the larger school with 294 students compared with 293.
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 Colby Middle School better than Kepley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Colby Middle School ranks higher (34.2 vs 20.3 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 Colby Middle School and Kepley Middle School?
About 204 km in a straight line, between Colby and Ulysses in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colby Middle School: 293. Kepley Middle School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colby Middle School and Kepley Middle School rank in Kansas?
Colby Middle School is 114th of 205 and Kepley Middle School is 179th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).