Bolivar Middle vs Oakland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 181 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bolivar Middle
Bolivar · Public middle · Grades 6–8
587 students
Oakland Middle School
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
589 students
| Measure | Bolivar Middle Bolivar, Missouri | Oakland Middle School Columbia, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 392 | #317 of 392 |
| National rank | #6694 of 15,369 | #11236 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 587 | 589 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 589 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.7% | 62% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 26% |
| city | Bolivar | Columbia |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bolivar Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 33.3).
- •Bolivar Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •Bolivar Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 27%).
- •Bolivar Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.7% vs 62%).
- •Oakland Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.8).
- •Oakland Middle School is the larger school with 589 students compared with 587.
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 Bolivar Middle better than Oakland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Bolivar Middle ranks higher (54.3 vs 33.3 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 Bolivar Middle and Oakland Middle School?
About 181 km in a straight line, between Bolivar and Columbia in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bolivar Middle: 587. Oakland Middle School: 589. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bolivar Middle and Oakland Middle School rank in Missouri?
Bolivar Middle is 160th of 392 and Oakland Middle School is 317th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).