East Central Middle School vs William M Colmer Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Central Middle School
Moss Point · Public middle · Grades 6–8
541 students
William M Colmer Middle
Pascagoula · Public middle · Grades 7–8
532 students
| Measure | East Central Middle School Moss Point, Mississippi | William M Colmer Middle Pascagoula, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 181 | #77 of 181 |
| National rank | #4725 of 15,369 | #9677 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 541 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 43% |
| city | Moss Point | Pascagoula |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.4 vs 40.7).
- •East Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 43%).
- •East Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 29%).
- •East Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53% vs 73.1%).
- •William M Colmer Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 14.2).
- •East Central Middle School is the larger school with 541 students compared with 532.
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 East Central Middle School better than William M Colmer Middle?
On the Success Index (US), East Central Middle School ranks higher (63.4 vs 40.7 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 East Central Middle School and William M Colmer Middle?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Moss Point and Pascagoula in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Central Middle School: 541. William M Colmer Middle: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Central Middle School and William M Colmer Middle rank in Mississippi?
East Central Middle School is 22nd of 181 and William M Colmer Middle is 77th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).