East Middle vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Middle
Joplin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
592 students
South Middle
Joplin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
596 students
| Measure | East Middle Joplin, Missouri | South Middle Joplin, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 392 | #201 of 392 |
| National rank | #10288 of 15,369 | #7900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 592 | 596 |
| Enrollment | 592 | 596 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | 57.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 38% |
| city | Joplin | Joplin |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 37.9).
- •South Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •South Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 44%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.2% vs 69.9%).
- •East Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.5).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 596 students compared with 592.
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 Middle better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle ranks higher (48.8 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 East Middle and South Middle?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Joplin and Joplin in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Middle: 592. South Middle: 596. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Middle and South Middle rank in Missouri?
East Middle is 287th of 392 and South Middle is 201st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).