Hickman Mills Middle School vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hickman Mills Middle School
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
590 students
South Middle
Raytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
510 students
| Measure | Hickman Mills Middle School Kansas City, Missouri | South Middle Raytown, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #299 of 392 | #362 of 392 |
| National rank | #10728 of 15,369 | #13720 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 590 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 68.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 28% |
| Math proficiency | – | 13% |
| city | Kansas City | Raytown |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hickman Mills Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.6 vs 20.4).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 100%).
- •Hickman Mills Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 15.9).
- •Hickman Mills Middle School is the larger school with 590 students compared with 510.
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 Hickman Mills Middle School better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hickman Mills Middle School ranks higher (35.6 vs 20.4 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 Hickman Mills Middle School and South Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Raytown in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hickman Mills Middle School: 590. South Middle: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hickman Mills Middle School and South Middle rank in Missouri?
Hickman Mills Middle School is 299th of 392 and South Middle is 362nd of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).