Central Preston Middle School vs Spencer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in West Virginia, United States, 162 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Preston Middle School
Kingwood · Public middle · Grades 5–8
290 students
Spencer Middle School
Spencer · Public middle · Grades 5–8
299 students
| Measure | Central Preston Middle School Kingwood, West Virginia | Spencer Middle School Spencer, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 110 | #108 of 110 |
| National rank | #11224 of 15,369 | #12679 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 290 | 299 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 15% |
| city | Kingwood | Spencer |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Preston Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 26.0).
- •Central Preston Middle School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 15%).
- •Spencer Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.8).
- •Spencer Middle School is the larger school with 299 students compared with 290.
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 Preston Middle School better than Spencer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Preston Middle School ranks higher (33.3 vs 26.0 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 Preston Middle School and Spencer Middle School?
About 162 km in a straight line, between Kingwood and Spencer in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Preston Middle School: 290. Spencer Middle School: 299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Preston Middle School and Spencer Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Central Preston Middle School is 96th of 110 and Spencer Middle School is 108th of 110 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).