Central Middle School vs Ferndale Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oregon, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Milton-Freewater · Public middle · Grades 6–8
360 students
Ferndale Elementary School
Milton-Freewater · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
240 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Milton-Freewater, Oregon | Ferndale Elementary School Milton-Freewater, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 208 | #415 of 678 |
| National rank | #12542 of 15,369 | #35383 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 360 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 42% |
| city | Milton-Freewater | Milton-Freewater |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferndale Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 26.7).
- •Ferndale Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 21%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 84.6%).
- •Ferndale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.4).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 360 students compared with 240.
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 Middle School better than Ferndale Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ferndale Elementary School ranks higher (34.8 vs 26.7 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 Middle School and Ferndale Elementary School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Milton-Freewater and Milton-Freewater in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 360. Ferndale Elementary School: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Ferndale Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Central Middle School is 168th of 208 and Ferndale Elementary School is 415th of 678 among middle schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).