Central Middle School vs Smith Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Port Huron · Public middle · Grades 6–8
599 students
Smith Middle School
Troy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
599 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Port Huron, Michigan | Smith Middle School Troy, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #419 of 485 | #27 of 485 |
| National rank | #13265 of 15,369 | #1400 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 599 | 599 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 599 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.4% | 10.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 66% |
| city | Port Huron | Troy |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.6 vs 22.8).
- •Smith Middle School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 18%).
- •Smith Middle School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 29%).
- •Smith Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.2% vs 63.4%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.6).
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 Smith Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Smith Middle School ranks higher (80.6 vs 22.8 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 Smith Middle School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Port Huron and Troy in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 599. Smith Middle School: 599. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Smith Middle School rank in Michigan?
Central Middle School is 419th of 485 and Smith Middle School is 27th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).