James A. Shanks Middle School vs West Gadsden Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James A. Shanks Middle School
Quincy · Public middle · Grades 4–8
434 students
West Gadsden Middle School
Quincy · Public middle · Grades 4–8
314 students
| Measure | James A. Shanks Middle School Quincy, Florida | West Gadsden Middle School Quincy, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #537 of 563 | #554 of 563 |
| National rank | #12926 of 15,369 | #13611 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 434 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.8% | 86.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 34% |
| city | Quincy | Quincy |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James A. Shanks Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.6 vs 21.0).
- •James A. Shanks Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 34%).
- •James A. Shanks Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •West Gadsden Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.3% vs 90.8%).
- •West Gadsden Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 19.7).
- •James A. Shanks Middle School is the larger school with 434 students compared with 314.
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 James A. Shanks Middle School better than West Gadsden Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), James A. Shanks Middle School ranks higher (24.6 vs 21.0 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 James A. Shanks Middle School and West Gadsden Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Quincy and Quincy in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James A. Shanks Middle School: 434. West Gadsden Middle School: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James A. Shanks Middle School and West Gadsden Middle School rank in Florida?
James A. Shanks Middle School is 537th of 563 and West Gadsden Middle School is 554th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).