Derby North Middle School vs Wilbur Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derby North Middle School
Derby · Public middle · Grades 6–8
832 students
Wilbur Middle School
Wichita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
822 students
| Measure | Derby North Middle School Derby, Kansas | Wilbur Middle School Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #99 of 205 | #155 of 205 |
| National rank | #10587 of 15,369 | #12560 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 832 | 822 |
| Enrollment | 832 | 822 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 23% |
| city | Derby | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Derby North Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 26.7).
- •Derby North Middle School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 23%).
- •Wilbur Middle School 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 71.3%).
- •Wilbur Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.6).
- •Derby North Middle School is the larger school with 832 students compared with 822.
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 North Middle School better than Wilbur Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Derby North Middle School ranks higher (36.3 vs 26.7 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 North Middle School and Wilbur Middle School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Derby and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby North Middle School: 832. Wilbur Middle School: 822. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby North Middle School and Wilbur Middle School rank in Kansas?
Derby North Middle School is 99th of 205 and Wilbur Middle School is 155th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).