Pipkin Middle vs Reed Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pipkin Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
359 students
Reed Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
561 students
| Measure | Pipkin Middle Springfield, Missouri | Reed Middle Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #337 of 392 | #279 of 392 |
| National rank | #12455 of 15,369 | #10073 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 359 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 30% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reed Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 27.2).
- •Reed Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •Reed Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 31%).
- •Reed Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 81.9%).
- •Pipkin Middle does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.0).
- •Reed Middle is the larger school with 561 students compared with 359.
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 Pipkin Middle better than Reed Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Reed Middle ranks higher (38.9 vs 27.2 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 Pipkin Middle and Reed Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pipkin Middle: 359. Reed Middle: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pipkin Middle and Reed Middle rank in Missouri?
Pipkin Middle is 337th of 392 and Reed Middle is 279th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).