Laurel Middle School vs Leake Central Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Middle School
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 7–8
388 students
Leake Central Junior High School
Carthage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
383 students
| Measure | Laurel Middle School Laurel, Mississippi | Leake Central Junior High School Carthage, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #176 of 181 | #140 of 181 |
| National rank | #14973 of 15,369 | #13567 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 33% |
| city | Laurel | Carthage |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leake Central Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 11.4).
- •Leake Central Junior High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 23%).
- •Leake Central Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 16%).
- •Leake Central Junior High School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.9).
- •Laurel Middle School is the larger school with 388 students compared with 383.
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 Laurel Middle School better than Leake Central Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Leake Central Junior High School ranks higher (21.3 vs 11.4 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 Laurel Middle School and Leake Central Junior High School?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Carthage in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Middle School: 388. Leake Central Junior High School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Middle School and Leake Central Junior High School rank in Mississippi?
Laurel Middle School is 176th of 181 and Leake Central Junior High School is 140th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).