Bueker Middle vs Northwest 5th Grade Center
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bueker Middle
Marshall · Public middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
Northwest 5th Grade Center
Marshall · Public middle · Grades 5–5
178 students
| Measure | Bueker Middle Marshall, Missouri | Northwest 5th Grade Center Marshall, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #333 of 392 | #261 of 392 |
| National rank | #12077 of 15,369 | #9454 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–5 |
| Students | 550 | 178 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 178 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 66.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | – |
| Math proficiency | 23% | – |
| city | Marshall | Marshall |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest 5th Grade Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 29.1).
- •Bueker Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.1% vs 66.3%).
- •Bueker Middle does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.8).
- •Bueker Middle is the larger school with 550 students compared with 178.
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 Bueker Middle better than Northwest 5th Grade Center?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest 5th Grade Center ranks higher (41.7 vs 29.1 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 Bueker Middle and Northwest 5th Grade Center?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Marshall and Marshall in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bueker Middle: 550. Northwest 5th Grade Center: 178. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bueker Middle and Northwest 5th Grade Center rank in Missouri?
Bueker Middle is 333rd of 392 and Northwest 5th Grade Center is 261st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).