Clinton Co. R-III Middle vs Houston Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 330 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton Co. R-III Middle
Plattsburg · Public middle · Grades 5–8
197 students
Houston Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
198 students
| Measure | Clinton Co. R-III Middle Plattsburg, Missouri | Houston Middle Houston, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 392 | #321 of 392 |
| National rank | #8035 of 15,369 | #11396 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 197 | 198 |
| Enrollment | 197 | 198 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 24% |
| city | Plattsburg | Houston |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clinton Co. R-III Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.2 vs 32.5).
- •Clinton Co. R-III Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Clinton Co. R-III Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Clinton Co. R-III Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.4).
- •Houston Middle is the larger school with 198 students compared with 197.
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 Clinton Co. R-III Middle better than Houston Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Clinton Co. R-III Middle ranks higher (48.2 vs 32.5 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 Clinton Co. R-III Middle and Houston Middle?
About 330 km in a straight line, between Plattsburg and Houston in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton Co. R-III Middle: 197. Houston Middle: 198. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton Co. R-III Middle and Houston Middle rank in Missouri?
Clinton Co. R-III Middle is 206th of 392 and Houston Middle is 321st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).