Bode Middle vs Raytown Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 90 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bode Middle
ST Joseph · Public middle · Grades 7–8
488 students
Raytown Central Middle
Raytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
488 students
| Measure | Bode Middle ST Joseph, Missouri | Raytown Central Middle Raytown, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 392 | #326 of 392 |
| National rank | #6733 of 15,369 | #11651 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 488 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.6% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 26% |
| city | ST Joseph | Raytown |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bode Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.2 vs 31.4).
- •Bode Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •Bode Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 36%).
- •Bode Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.6% vs 65.8%).
- •Bode Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.4).
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 Bode Middle better than Raytown Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Bode Middle ranks higher (54.2 vs 31.4 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 Bode Middle and Raytown Central Middle?
About 90 km in a straight line, between ST Joseph and Raytown in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bode Middle: 488. Raytown Central Middle: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bode Middle and Raytown Central Middle rank in Missouri?
Bode Middle is 162nd of 392 and Raytown Central Middle is 326th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).