Gateway Middle vs Knob Noster Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 290 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gateway Middle
ST Louis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
382 students
Knob Noster Middle
Knob Noster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
381 students
| Measure | Gateway Middle ST Louis, Missouri | Knob Noster Middle Knob Noster, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #382 of 392 | #123 of 392 |
| National rank | #14843 of 15,369 | #5393 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 382 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 38.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 45% |
| city | ST Louis | Knob Noster |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Knob Noster Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.4 vs 12.6).
- •Knob Noster Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 5%).
- •Knob Noster Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 10%).
- •Knob Noster Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 100%).
- •Gateway Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.6).
- •Gateway Middle is the larger school with 382 students compared with 381.
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 Gateway Middle better than Knob Noster Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Knob Noster Middle ranks higher (60.4 vs 12.6 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 Gateway Middle and Knob Noster Middle?
About 290 km in a straight line, between ST Louis and Knob Noster in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gateway Middle: 382. Knob Noster Middle: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gateway Middle and Knob Noster Middle rank in Missouri?
Gateway Middle is 382nd of 392 and Knob Noster Middle is 123rd of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).