Belton Middle School vs Platte City Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 64 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belton Middle School
Belton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
641 students
Platte City Middle
Platte City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
646 students
| Measure | Belton Middle School Belton, Missouri | Platte City Middle Platte City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #216 of 392 | #35 of 392 |
| National rank | #8282 of 15,369 | #2486 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 641 | 646 |
| Enrollment | 641 | 646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 19% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 53% |
| city | Belton | Platte City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Platte City Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.3 vs 47.0).
- •Platte City Middle does better on math proficiency (53% vs 35%).
- •Platte City Middle does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 46%).
- •Platte City Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19% vs 53.5%).
- •Belton Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.7).
- •Platte City Middle is the larger school with 646 students compared with 641.
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 Belton Middle School better than Platte City Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Platte City Middle ranks higher (74.3 vs 47.0 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 Belton Middle School and Platte City Middle?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Belton and Platte City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belton Middle School: 641. Platte City Middle: 646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belton Middle School and Platte City Middle rank in Missouri?
Belton Middle School is 216th of 392 and Platte City Middle is 35th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).