Henderson Middle School vs Sandy Springs Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henderson Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
761 students
Sandy Springs Middle School
Atlanta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
763 students
| Measure | Henderson Middle School Jackson, Georgia | Sandy Springs Middle School Atlanta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #395 of 482 | #221 of 482 |
| National rank | #13860 of 15,369 | #9705 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 761 | 763 |
| Enrollment | 761 | 763 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 40% |
| city | Jackson | Atlanta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandy Springs Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.5 vs 19.5).
- •Sandy Springs Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 24%).
- •Sandy Springs Middle School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 30%).
- •Henderson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 100%).
- •Sandy Springs Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.2).
- •Sandy Springs Middle School is the larger school with 763 students compared with 761.
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 Henderson Middle School better than Sandy Springs Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Sandy Springs Middle School ranks higher (40.5 vs 19.5 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 Henderson Middle School and Sandy Springs Middle School?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Atlanta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Henderson Middle School: 761. Sandy Springs Middle School: 763. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Henderson Middle School and Sandy Springs Middle School rank in Georgia?
Henderson Middle School is 395th of 482 and Sandy Springs Middle School is 221st of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).