Fox Middle vs Ridgewood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fox Middle
Arnold · Public middle · Grades 6–8
570 students
Ridgewood Middle
Arnold · Public middle · Grades 6–8
567 students
| Measure | Fox Middle Arnold, Missouri | Ridgewood Middle Arnold, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #172 of 392 | #64 of 392 |
| National rank | #7036 of 15,369 | #3591 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 570 | 567 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 567 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 52% |
| city | Arnold | Arnold |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridgewood Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.8 vs 52.8).
- •Ridgewood Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 36%).
- •Ridgewood Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 40%).
- •Fox Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 41.1%).
- •Fox Middle does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.6).
- •Fox Middle is the larger school with 570 students compared with 567.
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 Fox Middle better than Ridgewood Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ridgewood Middle ranks higher (68.8 vs 52.8 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 Fox Middle and Ridgewood Middle?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Arnold and Arnold in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fox Middle: 570. Ridgewood Middle: 567. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fox Middle and Ridgewood Middle rank in Missouri?
Fox Middle is 172nd of 392 and Ridgewood Middle is 64th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).