Hart Middle School vs Tri County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 79 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hart Middle School
Hart · Public middle · Grades 5–8
381 students
Tri County Middle School
Howard City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
381 students
| Measure | Hart Middle School Hart, Michigan | Tri County Middle School Howard City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #389 of 485 | #331 of 485 |
| National rank | #12334 of 15,369 | #10476 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 381 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 28% |
| city | Hart | Howard City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tri County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.9 vs 27.8).
- •Tri County Middle School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 21%).
- •Hart Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Tri County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 74.5%).
- •Hart Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 18.1).
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 Hart Middle School better than Tri County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Tri County Middle School ranks higher (36.9 vs 27.8 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 Hart Middle School and Tri County Middle School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between Hart and Howard City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hart Middle School: 381. Tri County Middle School: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hart Middle School and Tri County Middle School rank in Michigan?
Hart Middle School is 389th of 485 and Tri County Middle School is 331st of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).