John W. Bate Middle School vs Morgan County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 133 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John W. Bate Middle School
Danville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
358 students
Morgan County Middle School
West Liberty · Public middle · Grades 6–8
361 students
| Measure | John W. Bate Middle School Danville, Kentucky | Morgan County Middle School West Liberty, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #134 of 217 | #138 of 217 |
| National rank | #7190 of 15,369 | #7290 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 358 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.3% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 40% |
| city | Danville | West Liberty |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.0 vs 51.6).
- •John W. Bate Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 40%).
- •Morgan County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Morgan County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 67.3%).
- •John W. Bate Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.4).
- •Morgan County Middle School is the larger school with 361 students compared with 358.
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 John W. Bate Middle School better than Morgan County Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John W. Bate Middle School and Morgan County Middle School?
About 133 km in a straight line, between Danville and West Liberty in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John W. Bate Middle School: 358. Morgan County Middle School: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John W. Bate Middle School and Morgan County Middle School rank in Kentucky?
John W. Bate Middle School is 134th of 217 and Morgan County Middle School is 138th of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).