Central Middle School vs Lincoln College Academy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 2.6 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
Lincoln College Academy Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Kansas City, Missouri | Lincoln College Academy Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #386 of 392 | #138 of 392 |
| National rank | #14933 of 15,369 | #6010 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 375 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 72% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.5 vs 11.7).
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 6%).
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 7%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 20.1).
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle is the larger school with 583 students compared with 375.
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 Lincoln College Academy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln College Academy Middle ranks higher (57.5 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 Lincoln College Academy Middle?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 375. Lincoln College Academy Middle: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Lincoln College Academy Middle rank in Missouri?
Central Middle School is 386th of 392 and Lincoln College Academy Middle is 138th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).