Central Middle School vs Fair Grove Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 223 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
375 students
Fair Grove Middle
Fair Grove · Public middle · Grades 5–8
373 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Kansas City, Missouri | Fair Grove Middle Fair Grove, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #386 of 392 | #148 of 392 |
| National rank | #14933 of 15,369 | #6458 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 375 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 33.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 39% |
| city | Kansas City | Fair Grove |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fair Grove Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 11.7).
- •Fair Grove Middle does better on math proficiency (39% vs 6%).
- •Fair Grove Middle does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 7%).
- •Fair Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 100%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.8).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 375 students compared with 373.
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 School better than Fair Grove Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fair Grove Middle ranks higher (55.5 vs 11.7 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 School and Fair Grove Middle?
About 223 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Fair Grove in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 375. Fair Grove Middle: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Fair Grove Middle rank in Missouri?
Central Middle School is 386th of 392 and Fair Grove Middle is 148th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).