Nipher Middle vs North Kirkwood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nipher Middle
Kirkwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
660 students
North Kirkwood Middle
Kirkwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
697 students
| Measure | Nipher Middle Kirkwood, Missouri | North Kirkwood Middle Kirkwood, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #13 of 392 | #5 of 392 |
| National rank | #1049 of 15,369 | #651 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 660 | 697 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 6.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 68% |
| city | Kirkwood | Kirkwood |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Kirkwood Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.9 vs 82.9).
- •North Kirkwood Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 62%).
- •North Kirkwood Middle does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 70%).
- •North Kirkwood Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.6% vs 11.5%).
- •Nipher Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.2).
- •North Kirkwood Middle is the larger school with 697 students compared with 660.
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 Nipher Middle better than North Kirkwood Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Kirkwood Middle ranks higher (85.9 vs 82.9 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 Nipher Middle and North Kirkwood Middle?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Kirkwood and Kirkwood in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nipher Middle: 660. North Kirkwood Middle: 697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nipher Middle and North Kirkwood Middle rank in Missouri?
Nipher Middle is 13th of 392 and North Kirkwood Middle is 5th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).