Anderson Intermediate School vs Southwestern Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 112 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
Southwestern Middle School
Lafayette · Public middle · Grades 6–8
491 students
| Measure | Anderson Intermediate School Anderson, Indiana | Southwestern Middle School Lafayette, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #253 of 335 | #195 of 335 |
| National rank | #9920 of 15,369 | #8128 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 490 | 491 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 491 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Anderson | Lafayette |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwestern Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 39.5).
- •Southwestern Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 67.1%).
- •Anderson Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.9).
- •Southwestern Middle School is the larger school with 491 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 Southwestern Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Southwestern Middle School ranks higher (47.8 vs 39.5 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 Anderson Intermediate School and Southwestern Middle School?
About 112 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Lafayette in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson Intermediate School: 490. Southwestern Middle School: 491. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson Intermediate School and Southwestern Middle School rank in Indiana?
Anderson Intermediate School is 253rd of 335 and Southwestern Middle School is 195th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).