Derby Middle Sch vs Derby North Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derby Middle Sch
Derby · Public middle · Grades 6–8
923 students
Derby North Middle School
Derby · Public middle · Grades 6–8
832 students
| Measure | Derby Middle Sch Derby, Kansas | Derby North Middle School Derby, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #132 of 205 | #99 of 205 |
| National rank | #11801 of 15,369 | #10587 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 923 | 832 |
| Enrollment | 923 | 832 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 31% |
| city | Derby | Derby |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Derby North Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 30.6).
- •Derby North Middle School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 23%).
- •Derby Middle Sch does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 30%).
- •Derby North Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 49.7%).
- •Derby North Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.9).
- •Derby Middle Sch is the larger school with 923 students compared with 832.
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 Derby Middle Sch better than Derby North Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Derby North Middle School ranks higher (36.3 vs 30.6 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 Derby Middle Sch and Derby North Middle School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby Middle Sch: 923. Derby North Middle School: 832. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby Middle Sch and Derby North Middle School rank in Kansas?
Derby Middle Sch is 132nd of 205 and Derby North Middle School is 99th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).