Central Elementary School vs Joseph Welty Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 356 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
New Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 5–5
195 students
Joseph Welty Middle School
New Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
668 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School New Philadelphia, Ohio | Joseph Welty Middle School New Philadelphia, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #374 of 646 | #339 of 646 |
| National rank | #3727 of 15,369 | #3363 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 195 | 668 |
| Enrollment | 195 | 668 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 66% |
| city | New Philadelphia | New Philadelphia |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph Welty Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 68.2).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •Joseph Welty Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Joseph Welty Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 21.7).
- •Joseph Welty Middle School is the larger school with 668 students compared with 195.
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 Central Elementary School better than Joseph Welty Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph Welty Middle School ranks higher (69.9 vs 68.2 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 Central Elementary School and Joseph Welty Middle School?
About 356 m in a straight line, between New Philadelphia and New Philadelphia in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 195. Joseph Welty Middle School: 668. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Joseph Welty Middle School rank in Ohio?
Central Elementary School is 374th of 646 and Joseph Welty Middle School is 339th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).