Fair Grove Middle vs Strafford Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fair Grove Middle
Fair Grove · Public middle · Grades 5–8
373 students
Strafford Middle
Strafford · Public middle · Grades 5–8
411 students
| Measure | Fair Grove Middle Fair Grove, Missouri | Strafford Middle Strafford, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #148 of 392 | #132 of 392 |
| National rank | #6458 of 15,369 | #5749 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 373 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 39.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| city | Fair Grove | Strafford |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Strafford Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 55.5).
- •Strafford Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Fair Grove Middle does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- •Fair Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 39.2%).
- •Strafford Middle does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.8).
- •Strafford Middle is the larger school with 411 students compared with 373.
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 Fair Grove Middle better than Strafford Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Strafford Middle ranks higher (58.8 vs 55.5 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 Fair Grove Middle and Strafford Middle?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Fair Grove and Strafford in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fair Grove Middle: 373. Strafford Middle: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fair Grove Middle and Strafford Middle rank in Missouri?
Fair Grove Middle is 148th of 392 and Strafford Middle is 132nd of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).