Lamar Middle vs Salem Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 241 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lamar Middle
Lamar · Public middle · Grades 6–8
255 students
Salem Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
254 students
| Measure | Lamar Middle Lamar, Missouri | Salem Middle School Salem, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #208 of 392 | #346 of 392 |
| National rank | #8078 of 15,369 | #12934 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 255 | 254 |
| Enrollment | 255 | 254 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 29% |
| city | Lamar | Salem |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lamar Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 24.6).
- •Lamar Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 29%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 100%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.1).
- •Lamar Middle is the larger school with 255 students compared with 254.
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 Lamar Middle better than Salem Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lamar Middle ranks higher (48.0 vs 24.6 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 Lamar Middle and Salem Middle School?
About 241 km in a straight line, between Lamar and Salem in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamar Middle: 255. Salem Middle School: 254. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamar Middle and Salem Middle School rank in Missouri?
Lamar Middle is 208th of 392 and Salem Middle School is 346th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).