Clifford H. Nowlin Middle vs Pleasant Lea Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
902 students
Pleasant Lea Middle
Lee's Summit · Public middle · Grades 6–8
905 students
| Measure | Clifford H. Nowlin Middle Independence, Missouri | Pleasant Lea Middle Lee's Summit, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #368 of 392 | #57 of 392 |
| National rank | #14068 of 15,369 | #3438 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 902 | 905 |
| Enrollment | 902 | 905 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 57% |
| city | Independence | Lee's Summit |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pleasant Lea Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.6 vs 18.2).
- •Pleasant Lea Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 18%).
- •Pleasant Lea Middle does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 28%).
- •Pleasant Lea Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29% vs 79.8%).
- •Pleasant Lea Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 17.0).
- •Pleasant Lea Middle is the larger school with 905 students compared with 902.
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 Clifford H. Nowlin Middle better than Pleasant Lea Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pleasant Lea Middle ranks higher (69.6 vs 18.2 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 Clifford H. Nowlin Middle and Pleasant Lea Middle?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Independence and Lee's Summit in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle: 902. Pleasant Lea Middle: 905. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifford H. Nowlin Middle and Pleasant Lea Middle rank in Missouri?
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle is 368th of 392 and Pleasant Lea Middle is 57th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).