Bedford (Gunning) Middle School vs Fred Fifer III Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Delaware, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
New Castle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
846 students
Fred Fifer III Middle School
Camden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
839 students
| Measure | Bedford (Gunning) Middle School New Castle, Delaware | Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 40 | #22 of 40 |
| National rank | #8837 of 15,369 | #8871 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 846 | 839 |
| Enrollment | 846 | 839 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 33% |
| city | New Castle | Camden |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (44.4 vs 44.3).
- •Fred Fifer III Middle School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 31%).
- •Fred Fifer III Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •Bedford (Gunning) Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 19.1).
- •Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is the larger school with 846 students compared with 839.
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 Bedford (Gunning) Middle School better than Fred Fifer III Middle 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 Bedford (Gunning) Middle School and Fred Fifer III Middle School?
About 50 km in a straight line, between New Castle and Camden in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School: 846. Fred Fifer III Middle School: 839. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bedford (Gunning) Middle School and Fred Fifer III Middle School rank in Delaware?
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is 21st of 40 and Fred Fifer III Middle School is 22nd of 40 among middle schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).