J. O. Kelly Middle School vs Sonora Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arkansas, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. O. Kelly Middle School
Springdale · Public middle · Grades 6–7
663 students
Sonora Middle School
Springdale · Public middle · Grades 6–7
668 students
| Measure | J. O. Kelly Middle School Springdale, Arkansas | Sonora Middle School Springdale, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #176 of 211 | #171 of 211 |
| National rank | #11397 of 15,369 | #11179 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 6–7 |
| Students | 663 | 668 |
| Enrollment | 663 | 668 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 86.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 48% |
| city | Springdale | Springdale |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sonora Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.6 vs 32.5).
- •Sonora Middle School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 41%).
- •J. O. Kelly Middle School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Sonora Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.1% vs 94.1%).
- •J. O. Kelly Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.8).
- •Sonora Middle School is the larger school with 668 students compared with 663.
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 J. O. Kelly Middle School better than Sonora Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Sonora Middle School ranks higher (33.6 vs 32.5 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 J. O. Kelly Middle School and Sonora Middle School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Springdale and Springdale in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. O. Kelly Middle School: 663. Sonora Middle School: 668. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. O. Kelly Middle School and Sonora Middle School rank in Arkansas?
J. O. Kelly Middle School is 176th of 211 and Sonora Middle School is 171st of 211 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).