Central Elem. vs West Platte Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 149 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Weston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
354 students
West Platte Middle
Weston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
170 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Weston, Missouri | West Platte Middle Weston, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #198 of 1,159 | #10 of 392 |
| National rank | #9987 of 50,301 | #1025 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 354 | 170 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 170 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.1% | 11.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | – |
| Math proficiency | 50% | – |
| city | Weston | Weston |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Platte Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 71.9).
- •West Platte Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.8% vs 18.1%).
- •Central Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.1).
- •Central Elem. is the larger school with 354 students compared with 170.
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 West Platte Middle?
On the Success Index (US), West Platte Middle ranks higher (83.1 vs 71.9 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 West Platte Middle?
About 149 m in a straight line, between Weston and Weston in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 354. West Platte Middle: 170. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and West Platte Middle rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 198th of 1,159 and West Platte Middle is 10th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).