Smithton Middle vs Wydown Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 183 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smithton Middle
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
605 students
Wydown Middle
Clayton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | Smithton Middle Columbia, Missouri | Wydown Middle Clayton, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #114 of 392 | #1 of 392 |
| National rank | #5193 of 15,369 | #208 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 605 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.3% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 71% |
| city | Columbia | Clayton |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wydown Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.3 vs 61.3).
- •Wydown Middle does better on math proficiency (71% vs 44%).
- •Wydown Middle does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 46%).
- •Wydown Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 29.3%).
- •Wydown Middle does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 12.3).
- •Smithton Middle is the larger school with 605 students compared with 604.
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 Smithton Middle better than Wydown Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wydown Middle ranks higher (91.3 vs 61.3 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 Smithton Middle and Wydown Middle?
About 183 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Clayton in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smithton Middle: 605. Wydown Middle: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smithton Middle and Wydown Middle rank in Missouri?
Smithton Middle is 114th of 392 and Wydown Middle is 1st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).