Gauger-Cobbs Middle School vs Middle School of Innovation
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Delaware, United States, 56 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
Newark · Public middle · Grades 6–8
681 students
Middle School of Innovation
Dover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
690 students
| Measure | Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Newark, Delaware | Middle School of Innovation Dover, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 40 | #38 of 40 |
| National rank | #11962 of 15,369 | #15281 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 681 | 690 |
| Enrollment | 681 | 690 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Newark | Dover |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gauger-Cobbs Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 6.5).
- •Gauger-Cobbs Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 22.3).
- •Middle School of Innovation is the larger school with 690 students compared with 681.
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 Gauger-Cobbs Middle School better than Middle School of Innovation?
On the Success Index (US), Gauger-Cobbs Middle School ranks higher (29.8 vs 6.5 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 Gauger-Cobbs Middle School and Middle School of Innovation?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Newark and Dover in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School: 681. Middle School of Innovation: 690. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gauger-Cobbs Middle School and Middle School of Innovation rank in Delaware?
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School is 29th of 40 and Middle School of Innovation is 38th of 40 among middle schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).