Derby Middle Sch vs Truesdell Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 14 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
Truesdell Middle School
Wichita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
924 students
| Measure | Derby Middle Sch Derby, Kansas | Truesdell Middle School Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #132 of 205 | #196 of 205 |
| National rank | #11801 of 15,369 | #14620 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 923 | 924 |
| Enrollment | 923 | 924 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 91.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 5% |
| city | Derby | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Derby Middle Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.6 vs 14.7).
- •Derby Middle Sch does better on math proficiency (23% vs 5%).
- •Derby Middle Sch does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 12%).
- •Derby Middle Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.7% vs 91.8%).
- •Truesdell Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.9).
- •Truesdell Middle School is the larger school with 924 students compared with 923.
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 Truesdell Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Derby Middle Sch ranks higher (30.6 vs 14.7 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 Truesdell Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Derby and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby Middle Sch: 923. Truesdell Middle School: 924. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby Middle Sch and Truesdell Middle School rank in Kansas?
Derby Middle Sch is 132nd of 205 and Truesdell Middle School is 196th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).