Fort Middle School vs Jefferson County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fort Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
440 students
Jefferson County Middle School
Stapleton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
440 students
| Measure | Fort Middle School Columbus, Georgia | Jefferson County Middle School Stapleton, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #408 of 482 | #310 of 482 |
| National rank | #14094 of 15,369 | #12065 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 440 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 16% | – |
| city | Columbus | Stapleton |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.2 vs 18.1).
- •Jefferson County Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.8).
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 Fort Middle School better than Jefferson County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson County Middle School ranks higher (29.2 vs 18.1 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 Fort Middle School and Jefferson County Middle School?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Stapleton in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fort Middle School: 440. Jefferson County Middle School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fort Middle School and Jefferson County Middle School rank in Georgia?
Fort Middle School is 408th of 482 and Jefferson County Middle School is 310th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).