Jerome Middle School vs Wendell Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Idaho, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jerome Middle School
Jerome · Public middle · Grades 6–8
937 students
Wendell Middle School
Wendell · Public middle · Grades 5–8
350 students
| Measure | Jerome Middle School Jerome, Idaho | Wendell Middle School Wendell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #101 of 106 | #102 of 106 |
| National rank | #12615 of 15,369 | #13175 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 937 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 937 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 23% |
| city | Jerome | Wendell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jerome Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.3 vs 23.3).
- •Jerome Middle School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Jerome Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66% vs 72.3%).
- •Jerome Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 18.4).
- •Jerome Middle School is the larger school with 937 students compared with 350.
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 Jerome Middle School better than Wendell Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jerome Middle School ranks higher (26.3 vs 23.3 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 Jerome Middle School and Wendell Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Jerome and Wendell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jerome Middle School: 937. Wendell Middle School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jerome Middle School and Wendell Middle School rank in Idaho?
Jerome Middle School is 101st of 106 and Wendell Middle School is 102nd of 106 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).