Carson Middle School vs Janitell Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 9.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carson Middle School
Fort Carson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
657 students
Janitell Junior High School
Fountain · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Carson Middle School Fort Carson, Colorado | Janitell Junior High School Fountain, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #133 of 262 | #132 of 262 |
| National rank | #9138 of 15,369 | #9121 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 657 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 657 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.1% | 46% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 25% |
| city | Fort Carson | Fountain |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.1 vs 43.2).
- •Janitell Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 46%).
- •Carson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.1% vs 46%).
- •Janitell Junior High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.0).
- •Janitell Junior High School is the larger school with 658 students compared with 657.
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 Carson Middle School better than Janitell Junior High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Carson Middle School and Janitell Junior High School?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Fort Carson and Fountain in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson Middle School: 657. Janitell Junior High School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson Middle School and Janitell Junior High School rank in Colorado?
Carson Middle School is 133rd of 262 and Janitell Junior High School is 132nd of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).