Ferguson Middle vs Lincoln College Academy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 369 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferguson Middle
Ferguson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
582 students
Lincoln College Academy Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
| Measure | Ferguson Middle Ferguson, Missouri | Lincoln College Academy Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #371 of 392 | #138 of 392 |
| National rank | #14267 of 15,369 | #6010 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 582 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 582 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 72% |
| city | Ferguson | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.5 vs 17.0).
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 9%).
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 17%).
- •Ferguson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.1% vs 100%).
- •Ferguson Middle does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 20.1).
- •Lincoln College Academy Middle is the larger school with 583 students compared with 582.
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 Ferguson Middle better than Lincoln College Academy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln College Academy Middle ranks higher (57.5 vs 17.0 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 Ferguson Middle and Lincoln College Academy Middle?
About 369 km in a straight line, between Ferguson and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferguson Middle: 582. Lincoln College Academy Middle: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferguson Middle and Lincoln College Academy Middle rank in Missouri?
Ferguson Middle is 371st of 392 and Lincoln College Academy Middle is 138th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).