Central Elementary vs Ferguson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Ferguson · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
250 students
Ferguson Middle
Ferguson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
582 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferguson, Missouri | Ferguson Middle Ferguson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1036 of 1,159 | #371 of 392 |
| National rank | #44771 of 50,301 | #14267 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 250 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 65.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 9% |
| city | Ferguson | Ferguson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 17.0).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 9%).
- •Ferguson Middle does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Ferguson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.1% vs 69.2%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.2).
- •Ferguson Middle is the larger school with 582 students compared with 250.
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 Elementary better than Ferguson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (20.1 vs 17.0 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 Elementary and Ferguson Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Ferguson and Ferguson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 250. Ferguson Middle: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Ferguson Middle rank in Missouri?
Central Elementary is 1036th of 1,159 and Ferguson Middle is 371st of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).