Central Middle School vs East Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Iron Mountain · Public middle · Grades 7–8
109 students
East Elementary School
Iron Mountain · Public middle · Grades 5–6
99 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Iron Mountain, Michigan | East Elementary School Iron Mountain, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 485 | #368 of 485 |
| National rank | #7823 of 15,369 | #11615 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 109 | 99 |
| Enrollment | 109 | 99 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | Iron Mountain | Iron Mountain |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 31.5).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •East Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.6% vs 67%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 19.8).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 109 students compared with 99.
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 Central Middle School better than East Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (49.1 vs 31.5 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 Central Middle School and East Elementary School?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Iron Mountain and Iron Mountain in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 109. East Elementary School: 99. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and East Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Middle School is 226th of 485 and East Elementary School is 368th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).