Camdenton Middle vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 190 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camdenton Middle
Camdenton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
599 students
South Middle
Joplin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
596 students
| Measure | Camdenton Middle Camdenton, Missouri | South Middle Joplin, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #228 of 392 | #201 of 392 |
| National rank | #8666 of 15,369 | #7900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 599 | 596 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 596 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 57.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 38% |
| city | Camdenton | Joplin |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 45.2).
- •South Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 25%).
- •South Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 45%).
- •Camdenton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 57.2%).
- •Camdenton Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.5).
- •Camdenton Middle is the larger school with 599 students compared with 596.
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 Camdenton Middle better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle ranks higher (48.8 vs 45.2 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 Camdenton Middle and South Middle?
About 190 km in a straight line, between Camdenton and Joplin in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Camdenton Middle: 599. South Middle: 596. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Camdenton Middle and South Middle rank in Missouri?
Camdenton Middle is 228th of 392 and South Middle is 201st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).