Central High School vs Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 223 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
New Madrid · Public high · Grades 9–12
361 students
Central Middle School
New Madrid · Public middle · Grades 6–8
276 students
| Measure | Central High School New Madrid, Missouri | Central Middle School New Madrid, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #455 of 497 | #360 of 392 |
| National rank | #14214 of 16,910 | #13589 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 361 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | New Madrid | New Madrid |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.8 vs 21.1).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 11.3).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 361 students compared with 276.
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 High School better than Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (25.8 vs 21.1 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 High School and Central Middle School?
About 223 m in a straight line, between New Madrid and New Madrid in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 361. Central Middle School: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Central Middle School rank in Missouri?
Central High School is 455th of 497 and Central Middle School is 360th of 392 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).