Burton Middle School vs Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton Middle School
Grand Rapids · Public middle · Grades 6–8
488 students
Central Middle School
Ada · Public middle · Grades 7–8
488 students
| Measure | Burton Middle School Grand Rapids, Michigan | Central Middle School Ada, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #473 of 485 | #26 of 485 |
| National rank | #15095 of 15,369 | #1339 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 488 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 12.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 71% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Ada |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.9 vs 10.0).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 6%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 14%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 77.9%).
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 Burton Middle School better than Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (80.9 vs 10.0 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 Burton Middle School and Central Middle School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Ada in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton Middle School: 488. Central Middle School: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton Middle School and Central Middle School rank in Michigan?
Burton Middle School is 473rd of 485 and Central Middle School is 26th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).