Bingham Middle vs Bridger Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 399 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bingham Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 7–8
730 students
Bridger Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–6
744 students
| Measure | Bingham Middle Independence, Missouri | Bridger Middle Independence, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #334 of 392 | #284 of 392 |
| National rank | #12155 of 15,369 | #10207 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–6 |
| Students | 730 | 744 |
| Enrollment | 730 | 744 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 38% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bridger Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.3 vs 28.7).
- •Bridger Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 27%).
- •Bridger Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Bridger Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 76.4%).
- •Bingham Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.8).
- •Bridger Middle is the larger school with 744 students compared with 730.
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 Bingham Middle better than Bridger Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Bridger Middle ranks higher (38.3 vs 28.7 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 Bingham Middle and Bridger Middle?
About 399 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bingham Middle: 730. Bridger Middle: 744. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bingham Middle and Bridger Middle rank in Missouri?
Bingham Middle is 334th of 392 and Bridger Middle is 284th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).