East Carter Co. R-II Middle vs Fordland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 198 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Carter Co. R-II Middle
Ellsinore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
154 students
Fordland Middle
Fordland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
150 students
| Measure | East Carter Co. R-II Middle Ellsinore, Missouri | Fordland Middle Fordland, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 392 | #163 of 392 |
| National rank | #11827 of 15,369 | #6754 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 154 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 154 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63% | 40.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Ellsinore | Fordland |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fordland Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.1 vs 30.5).
- •Fordland Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Fordland Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Fordland Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 63%).
- •East Carter Co. R-II Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 18.8).
- •East Carter Co. R-II Middle is the larger school with 154 students compared with 150.
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 East Carter Co. R-II Middle better than Fordland Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fordland Middle ranks higher (54.1 vs 30.5 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 East Carter Co. R-II Middle and Fordland Middle?
About 198 km in a straight line, between Ellsinore and Fordland in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Carter Co. R-II Middle: 154. Fordland Middle: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Carter Co. R-II Middle and Fordland Middle rank in Missouri?
East Carter Co. R-II Middle is 328th of 392 and Fordland Middle is 163rd of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).