Belfry Middle School vs Simons Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 157 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belfry Middle School
Belfry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
344 students
Simons Middle School
Flemingsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
342 students
| Measure | Belfry Middle School Belfry, Kentucky | Simons Middle School Flemingsburg, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #87 of 217 | #79 of 217 |
| National rank | #5877 of 15,369 | #5529 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 344 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.5% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 54% |
| city | Belfry | Flemingsburg |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Simons Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 58.1).
- •Belfry Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 52%).
- •Simons Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 64.5%).
- •Simons Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 17.2).
- •Belfry Middle School is the larger school with 344 students compared with 342.
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 Belfry Middle School better than Simons Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Simons Middle School ranks higher (59.8 vs 58.1 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 Belfry Middle School and Simons Middle School?
About 157 km in a straight line, between Belfry and Flemingsburg in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belfry Middle School: 344. Simons Middle School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belfry Middle School and Simons Middle School rank in Kentucky?
Belfry Middle School is 87th of 217 and Simons Middle School is 79th of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).