DeKalb Middle School vs East Noble Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeKalb Middle School
Waterloo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
759 students
East Noble Middle School
Kendallville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
767 students
| Measure | DeKalb Middle School Waterloo, Indiana | East Noble Middle School Kendallville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #82 of 335 | #183 of 335 |
| National rank | #4924 of 15,369 | #7606 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 759 | 767 |
| Enrollment | 759 | 767 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.8% | 38.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 39% |
| city | Waterloo | Kendallville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeKalb Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 50.2).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 39%).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 39%).
- •East Noble Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 45.8%).
- •East Noble Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.5).
- •East Noble Middle School is the larger school with 767 students compared with 759.
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 DeKalb Middle School better than East Noble Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), DeKalb Middle School ranks higher (62.5 vs 50.2 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 DeKalb Middle School and East Noble Middle School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Waterloo and Kendallville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeKalb Middle School: 759. East Noble Middle School: 767. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeKalb Middle School and East Noble Middle School rank in Indiana?
DeKalb Middle School is 82nd of 335 and East Noble Middle School is 183rd of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).