Hayden Middle School vs North Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayden Middle School
Hayden · Public middle · Grades 5–7
437 students
North Jefferson Middle School
Kimberly · Public middle · Grades 6–8
669 students
| Measure | Hayden Middle School Hayden, Alabama | North Jefferson Middle School Kimberly, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #59 of 263 | #97 of 263 |
| National rank | #5905 of 15,369 | #7594 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 437 | 669 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 669 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 44% |
| city | Hayden | Kimberly |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hayden Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.0 vs 50.3).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 44%).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 46%).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 34.8%).
- •Hayden Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 20.3).
- •North Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 669 students compared with 437.
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 Hayden Middle School better than North Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hayden Middle School ranks higher (58.0 vs 50.3 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 Hayden Middle School and North Jefferson Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Hayden and Kimberly in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hayden Middle School: 437. North Jefferson Middle School: 669. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hayden Middle School and North Jefferson Middle School rank in Alabama?
Hayden Middle School is 59th of 263 and North Jefferson Middle School is 97th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).