Buffalo Middle vs Mexico Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Middle
Buffalo · Public middle · Grades 5–8
466 students
Mexico Middle
Mexico · Public middle · Grades 6–8
461 students
| Measure | Buffalo Middle Buffalo, Missouri | Mexico Middle Mexico, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #329 of 392 | #325 of 392 |
| National rank | #11845 of 15,369 | #11649 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 466 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 32% |
| city | Buffalo | Mexico |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mexico Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.4 vs 30.4).
- •Mexico Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 20%).
- •Mexico Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 31%).
- •Buffalo Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 100%).
- •Mexico Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.9).
- •Buffalo Middle is the larger school with 466 students compared with 461.
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 Buffalo Middle better than Mexico Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mexico Middle ranks higher (31.4 vs 30.4 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 Buffalo Middle and Mexico Middle?
About 200 km in a straight line, between Buffalo and Mexico in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Middle: 466. Mexico Middle: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Middle and Mexico Middle rank in Missouri?
Buffalo Middle is 329th of 392 and Mexico Middle is 325th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).