Paola Middle vs Rock Creek Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 158 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paola Middle
Paola · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
Rock Creek Middle School
St. George · Public middle · Grades 5–8
415 students
| Measure | Paola Middle Paola, Kansas | Rock Creek Middle School St. George, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #96 of 205 | #9 of 205 |
| National rank | #10351 of 15,369 | #2568 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 413 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.5% | 26.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | – |
| city | Paola | St. George |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rock Creek Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 37.6).
- •Rock Creek Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.5% vs 39.5%).
- •Paola Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.3).
- •Rock Creek Middle School is the larger school with 415 students compared with 413.
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 Paola Middle better than Rock Creek Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rock Creek Middle School ranks higher (73.9 vs 37.6 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 Paola Middle and Rock Creek Middle School?
About 158 km in a straight line, between Paola and St. George in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paola Middle: 413. Rock Creek Middle School: 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paola Middle and Rock Creek Middle School rank in Kansas?
Paola Middle is 96th of 205 and Rock Creek Middle School is 9th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).