Crystal Springs Middle School vs Nichols Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crystal Springs Middle School
Crystal Springs · Public middle · Grades 5–8
365 students
Nichols Middle School
Canton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
362 students
| Measure | Crystal Springs Middle School Crystal Springs, Mississippi | Nichols Middle School Canton, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 181 | #158 of 181 |
| National rank | #14469 of 15,369 | #14440 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 365 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 21% |
| city | Crystal Springs | Canton |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.7 vs 16.0).
- •Crystal Springs Middle School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 21%).
- •Crystal Springs Middle School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 14%).
- •Nichols Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.0).
- •Crystal Springs Middle School is the larger school with 365 students compared with 362.
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 Crystal Springs Middle School better than Nichols Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Crystal Springs Middle School and Nichols Middle School?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Crystal Springs and Canton in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crystal Springs Middle School: 365. Nichols Middle School: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crystal Springs Middle School and Nichols Middle School rank in Mississippi?
Crystal Springs Middle School is 160th of 181 and Nichols Middle School is 158th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).