Baldwin Junior High School vs Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 277 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baldwin Junior High School
Baldwin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
112 students
Central Middle School
Iron Mountain · Public middle · Grades 7–8
109 students
| Measure | Baldwin Junior High School Baldwin, Michigan | Central Middle School Iron Mountain, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 485 | #226 of 485 |
| National rank | #14698 of 15,369 | #7823 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 112 | 109 |
| Enrollment | 112 | 109 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| city | Baldwin | Iron Mountain |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 13.9).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 27%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67% vs 99.1%).
- •Baldwin Junior High School does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 18.2).
- •Baldwin Junior High School is the larger school with 112 students compared with 109.
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 Baldwin Junior High School better than Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (49.1 vs 13.9 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 Baldwin Junior High School and Central Middle School?
About 277 km in a straight line, between Baldwin and Iron Mountain in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baldwin Junior High School: 112. Central Middle School: 109. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baldwin Junior High School and Central Middle School rank in Michigan?
Baldwin Junior High School is 457th of 485 and Central Middle School is 226th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).