Central Middle vs Ozark Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 298 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
Ozark Middle School
Ozark · Public middle · Grades 5–6
876 students
| Measure | Central Middle Chesterfield, Missouri | Ozark Middle School Ozark, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 392 | #45 of 392 |
| National rank | #1681 of 15,369 | #3144 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 881 | 876 |
| Enrollment | 881 | 876 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 58% |
| city | Chesterfield | Ozark |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.7 vs 70.9).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 58%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 36.8%).
- •Ozark Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.0).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 881 students compared with 876.
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 Ozark Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (78.7 vs 70.9 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 Middle and Ozark Middle School?
About 298 km in a straight line, between Chesterfield and Ozark in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 881. Ozark Middle School: 876. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Ozark Middle School rank in Missouri?
Central Middle is 21st of 392 and Ozark Middle School is 45th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).