Diamond Middle vs East Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Diamond Middle
Diamond · Public middle · Grades 5–8
212 students
East Middle
Joplin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
592 students
| Measure | Diamond Middle Diamond, Missouri | East Middle Joplin, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 392 | #287 of 392 |
| National rank | #8271 of 15,369 | #10288 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 212 | 592 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.5% | 69.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 32% |
| city | Diamond | Joplin |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Diamond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 37.9).
- •Diamond Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •Diamond Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Diamond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.5% vs 69.9%).
- •East Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.3).
- •East Middle is the larger school with 592 students compared with 212.
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 Diamond Middle better than East Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Diamond Middle ranks higher (47.1 vs 37.9 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 Diamond Middle and East Middle?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Diamond and Joplin in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Diamond Middle: 212. East Middle: 592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Diamond Middle and East Middle rank in Missouri?
Diamond Middle is 215th of 392 and East Middle is 287th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).