Margaret Buerkle Middle vs North Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 402 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Margaret Buerkle Middle
ST Louis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
549 students
North Middle
Joplin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
549 students
| Measure | Margaret Buerkle Middle ST Louis, Missouri | North Middle Joplin, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #242 of 392 | #309 of 392 |
| National rank | #9040 of 15,369 | #11083 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 549 | 549 |
| Enrollment | 549 | 549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 72.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| city | ST Louis | Joplin |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Margaret Buerkle Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 34.0).
- •Margaret Buerkle Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Margaret Buerkle Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 34%).
- •Margaret Buerkle Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.9% vs 72.9%).
- •Margaret Buerkle Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.5).
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 Margaret Buerkle Middle better than North Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Margaret Buerkle Middle ranks higher (43.6 vs 34.0 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 Margaret Buerkle Middle and North Middle?
About 402 km in a straight line, between ST Louis and Joplin in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Margaret Buerkle Middle: 549. North Middle: 549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Margaret Buerkle Middle and North Middle rank in Missouri?
Margaret Buerkle Middle is 242nd of 392 and North Middle is 309th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).