Carthage 6th Grade Center vs Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 212 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carthage 6th Grade Center
Carthage · Public middle · Grades 6–6
377 students
Central Middle School
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
375 students
| Measure | Carthage 6th Grade Center Carthage, Missouri | Central Middle School Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 392 | #386 of 392 |
| National rank | #8203 of 15,369 | #14933 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 377 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 377 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 7% |
| Math proficiency | – | 6% |
| city | Carthage | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carthage 6th Grade Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 11.7).
- •Carthage 6th Grade Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.1% vs 100%).
- •Carthage 6th Grade Center does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.9).
- •Carthage 6th Grade Center is the larger school with 377 students compared with 375.
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 Carthage 6th Grade Center better than Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Carthage 6th Grade Center ranks higher (47.4 vs 11.7 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 Carthage 6th Grade Center and Central Middle School?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Carthage and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carthage 6th Grade Center: 377. Central Middle School: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carthage 6th Grade Center and Central Middle School rank in Missouri?
Carthage 6th Grade Center is 211th of 392 and Central Middle School is 386th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).