Center Middle vs Hillsboro Jr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 359 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Center Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
493 students
Hillsboro Jr. High
Hillsboro · Public middle · Grades 7–8
492 students
| Measure | Center Middle Kansas City, Missouri | Hillsboro Jr. High Hillsboro, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #331 of 392 | #161 of 392 |
| National rank | #12012 of 15,369 | #6709 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 493 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 493 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 39% |
| city | Kansas City | Hillsboro |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillsboro Jr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 29.5).
- •Hillsboro Jr. High does better on math proficiency (39% vs 20%).
- •Hillsboro Jr. High does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 28%).
- •Hillsboro Jr. High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 69.8%).
- •Center Middle does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 15.9).
- •Center Middle is the larger school with 493 students compared with 492.
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 Center Middle better than Hillsboro Jr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Hillsboro Jr. High ranks higher (54.3 vs 29.5 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 Center Middle and Hillsboro Jr. High?
About 359 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Hillsboro in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Center Middle: 493. Hillsboro Jr. High: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Center Middle and Hillsboro Jr. High rank in Missouri?
Center Middle is 331st of 392 and Hillsboro Jr. High is 161st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).