Central Middle School vs Hope Leadership Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 874 m 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
Hope Leadership Academy
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
108 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Kansas City, Missouri | Hope Leadership Academy Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #386 of 392 | #1131 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #14933 of 15,369 | #48899 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 375 | 108 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 5% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.7 vs 11.9).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (6% vs 5%).
- •Hope Leadership Academy does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 7%).
- •Hope Leadership Academy does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 12.9).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 375 students compared with 108.
- •Central Middle School is a public school while Hope Leadership Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Hope Leadership Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Middle School and Hope Leadership Academy?
About 874 m in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 375. Hope Leadership Academy: 108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Hope Leadership Academy rank in Missouri?
Central Middle School is 386th of 392 and Hope Leadership Academy is 1131st of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).