South Middle vs West Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Middle
Manchester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
542 students
West Middle
Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
814 students
| Measure | South Middle Manchester, Missouri | West Middle Chesterfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #32 of 392 | #9 of 392 |
| National rank | #2351 of 15,369 | #1012 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 542 | 814 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 814 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.2% | 10.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 65% |
| city | Manchester | Chesterfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 75.1).
- •West Middle does better on math proficiency (65% vs 52%).
- •West Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 58%).
- •West Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.6% vs 16.2%).
- •South Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.3).
- •West Middle is the larger school with 814 students compared with 542.
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 South Middle better than West Middle?
On the Success Index (US), West Middle ranks higher (83.2 vs 75.1 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 South Middle and West Middle?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Chesterfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Middle: 542. West Middle: 814. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Middle and West Middle rank in Missouri?
South Middle is 32nd of 392 and West Middle is 9th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).