Center Middle vs Sikeston Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 497 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
Sikeston Middle School
Sikeston · Public middle · Grades 5–6
493 students
| Measure | Center Middle Kansas City, Missouri | Sikeston Middle School Sikeston, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #331 of 392 | #339 of 392 |
| National rank | #12012 of 15,369 | #12517 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 493 | 493 |
| Enrollment | 493 | 493 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 38% |
| city | Kansas City | Sikeston |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Center Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 26.9).
- •Sikeston Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 20%).
- •Sikeston Middle School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Center Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.8% vs 100%).
- •Center Middle does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.9).
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 Sikeston Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Center Middle ranks higher (29.5 vs 26.9 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 Center Middle and Sikeston Middle School?
About 497 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Sikeston in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Center Middle: 493. Sikeston Middle School: 493. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Center Middle and Sikeston Middle School rank in Missouri?
Center Middle is 331st of 392 and Sikeston Middle School is 339th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).