Clifford H. Nowlin Middle vs Raytown Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 4.2 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
Raytown Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
667 students
| Measure | Clifford H. Nowlin Middle Independence, Missouri | Raytown Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 392 | #338 of 392 |
| National rank | #14068 of 15,369 | #12479 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 902 | 667 |
| Enrollment | 902 | 667 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 19% |
| city | Independence | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Raytown Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.1 vs 18.2).
- •Raytown Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 18%).
- •Raytown Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 28%).
- •Raytown Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66% vs 79.8%).
- •Raytown Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.0).
- •Clifford H. Nowlin Middle is the larger school with 902 students compared with 667.
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 Raytown Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Raytown Middle ranks higher (27.1 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 Raytown Middle?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Independence and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle: 902. Raytown Middle: 667. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifford H. Nowlin Middle and Raytown Middle rank in Missouri?
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle is 368th of 392 and Raytown Middle is 338th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).