Marshfield Jr. High vs Nipher Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 257 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshfield Jr. High
Marshfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
659 students
Nipher Middle
Kirkwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
660 students
| Measure | Marshfield Jr. High Marshfield, Missouri | Nipher Middle Kirkwood, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #195 of 392 | #13 of 392 |
| National rank | #7771 of 15,369 | #1049 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 659 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 659 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.3% | 11.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| city | Marshfield | Kirkwood |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nipher Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 49.4).
- •Nipher Middle does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Nipher Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 41%).
- •Nipher Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 39.3%).
- •Marshfield Jr. High does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 13.8).
- •Nipher Middle is the larger school with 660 students compared with 659.
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 Marshfield Jr. High better than Nipher Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Nipher Middle ranks higher (82.9 vs 49.4 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 Marshfield Jr. High and Nipher Middle?
About 257 km in a straight line, between Marshfield and Kirkwood in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshfield Jr. High: 659. Nipher Middle: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshfield Jr. High and Nipher Middle rank in Missouri?
Marshfield Jr. High is 195th of 392 and Nipher Middle is 13th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).