Jefferson Middle School vs Lowell Scott Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Idaho, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Caldwell · Public middle · Grades 5–6
778 students
Lowell Scott Middle School
Boise · Public middle · Grades 6–8
773 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Caldwell, Idaho | Lowell Scott Middle School Boise, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 106 | #16 of 106 |
| National rank | #13360 of 15,369 | #4100 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 778 | 773 |
| Enrollment | 778 | 773 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 35.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 54% |
| city | Caldwell | Boise |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowell Scott Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 22.3).
- •Lowell Scott Middle School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 24%).
- •Lowell Scott Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 31%).
- •Lowell Scott Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 74.3%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 21.5).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 778 students compared with 773.
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 Jefferson Middle School better than Lowell Scott Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lowell Scott Middle School ranks higher (66.5 vs 22.3 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 Jefferson Middle School and Lowell Scott Middle School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Caldwell and Boise in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 778. Lowell Scott Middle School: 773. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Lowell Scott Middle School rank in Idaho?
Jefferson Middle School is 103rd of 106 and Lowell Scott Middle School is 16th of 106 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).