Cross Keys Middle vs Northwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cross Keys Middle
Florissant · Public middle · Grades 7–8
608 students
Northwest Middle
Florissant · Public middle · Grades 6–8
770 students
| Measure | Cross Keys Middle Florissant, Missouri | Northwest Middle Florissant, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #384 of 392 | #389 of 392 |
| National rank | #14902 of 15,369 | #15045 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 608 | 770 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 770 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 23% |
| city | Florissant | Florissant |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cross Keys Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.0 vs 10.6).
- •Northwest Middle does better on math proficiency (23% vs 16%).
- •Cross Keys Middle does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 20.3).
- •Northwest Middle is the larger school with 770 students compared with 608.
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 Cross Keys Middle better than Northwest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cross Keys Middle ranks higher (12.0 vs 10.6 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 Cross Keys Middle and Northwest Middle?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Florissant and Florissant in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cross Keys Middle: 608. Northwest Middle: 770. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cross Keys Middle and Northwest Middle rank in Missouri?
Cross Keys Middle is 384th of 392 and Northwest Middle is 389th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).