Carl Junction Intermediate vs Cherokee Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 114 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl Junction Intermediate
Carl Junction · Public middle · Grades 4–6
769 students
Cherokee Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
765 students
| Measure | Carl Junction Intermediate Carl Junction, Missouri | Cherokee Middle Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #154 of 392 | #67 of 392 |
| National rank | #6578 of 15,369 | #3728 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 769 | 765 |
| Enrollment | 769 | 765 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.3% | 25.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 50% |
| city | Carl Junction | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cherokee Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 54.9).
- •Cherokee Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 43%).
- •Cherokee Middle does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 47%).
- •Cherokee Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 39.3%).
- •Carl Junction Intermediate does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.0).
- •Carl Junction Intermediate is the larger school with 769 students compared with 765.
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 Carl Junction Intermediate better than Cherokee Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cherokee Middle ranks higher (68.2 vs 54.9 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 Carl Junction Intermediate and Cherokee Middle?
About 114 km in a straight line, between Carl Junction and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl Junction Intermediate: 769. Cherokee Middle: 765. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl Junction Intermediate and Cherokee Middle rank in Missouri?
Carl Junction Intermediate is 154th of 392 and Cherokee Middle is 67th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).