Anderson Intermediate School vs Highland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anderson Intermediate School
Anderson · Public middle · Grades 5–6
490 students
Highland Middle School
Anderson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
916 students
| Measure | Anderson Intermediate School Anderson, Indiana | Highland Middle School Anderson, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #253 of 335 | #282 of 335 |
| National rank | #9920 of 15,369 | #11570 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 490 | 916 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 916 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 23% |
| city | Anderson | Anderson |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Anderson Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 31.7).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67% vs 67.1%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.3).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 916 students compared with 490.
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 Anderson Intermediate School better than Highland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Anderson Intermediate School ranks higher (39.5 vs 31.7 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 Anderson Intermediate School and Highland Middle School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Anderson in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson Intermediate School: 490. Highland Middle School: 916. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson Intermediate School and Highland Middle School rank in Indiana?
Anderson Intermediate School is 253rd of 335 and Highland Middle School is 282nd of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).