Central Middle vs Gateway 6th Grade Center
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 355 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
881 students
Gateway 6th Grade Center
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–6
882 students
| Measure | Central Middle Chesterfield, Missouri | Gateway 6th Grade Center Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 392 | #71 of 392 |
| National rank | #1681 of 15,369 | #3861 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–6 |
| Students | 881 | 882 |
| Enrollment | 881 | 882 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17% | 36.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 56% |
| city | Chesterfield | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.7 vs 67.6).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 56%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 36.1%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.2).
- •Gateway 6th Grade Center is the larger school with 882 students compared with 881.
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 Gateway 6th Grade Center?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (78.7 vs 67.6 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 Gateway 6th Grade Center?
About 355 km in a straight line, between Chesterfield and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 881. Gateway 6th Grade Center: 882. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Gateway 6th Grade Center rank in Missouri?
Central Middle is 21st of 392 and Gateway 6th Grade Center is 71st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).