Bingham Middle vs Walden Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bingham Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 7–8
730 students
Walden Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
730 students
| Measure | Bingham Middle Independence, Missouri | Walden Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #334 of 392 | #26 of 392 |
| National rank | #12155 of 15,369 | #2047 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 730 | 730 |
| Enrollment | 730 | 730 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Independence | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walden Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 28.7).
- •Walden Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 76.4%).
- •Walden Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.9).
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 Walden Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Walden Middle ranks higher (76.8 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 Walden Middle?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Independence and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bingham Middle: 730. Walden Middle: 730. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bingham Middle and Walden Middle rank in Missouri?
Bingham Middle is 334th of 392 and Walden Middle is 26th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).