Central Elem. vs Pierce City Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 239 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Pierce City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
341 students
Pierce City Middle
Pierce City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
158 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Pierce City, Missouri | Pierce City Middle Pierce City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #681 of 1,159 | #122 of 392 |
| National rank | #26534 of 50,301 | #5380 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 341 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.6% | 39.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| city | Pierce City | Pierce City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pierce City Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.5 vs 47.9).
- •Pierce City Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Pierce City Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Pierce City Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.2% vs 41.6%).
- •Pierce City Middle does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 12.2).
- •Central Elem. is the larger school with 341 students compared with 158.
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 Central Elem. better than Pierce City Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pierce City Middle ranks higher (60.5 vs 47.9 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 Central Elem. and Pierce City Middle?
About 239 m in a straight line, between Pierce City and Pierce City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 341. Pierce City Middle: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and Pierce City Middle rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 681st of 1,159 and Pierce City Middle is 122nd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).