Central Middle vs NMS @ Lucas Crossing
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Cape Girardeau · Public middle · Grades 5–6
623 students
NMS @ Lucas Crossing
ST Louis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
620 students
| Measure | Central Middle Cape Girardeau, Missouri | NMS @ Lucas Crossing ST Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #231 of 392 | #327 of 392 |
| National rank | #8687 of 15,369 | #11774 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 623 | 620 |
| Enrollment | 623 | 620 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Cape Girardeau | ST Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.1 vs 30.8).
- •NMS @ Lucas Crossing does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 100%).
- •NMS @ Lucas Crossing does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.3).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 623 students compared with 620.
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 Middle better than NMS @ Lucas Crossing?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (45.1 vs 30.8 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 Middle and NMS @ Lucas Crossing?
About 169 km in a straight line, between Cape Girardeau and ST Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 623. NMS @ Lucas Crossing: 620. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and NMS @ Lucas Crossing rank in Missouri?
Central Middle is 231st of 392 and NMS @ Lucas Crossing is 327th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).