Delta Middle School vs New Palestine Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 75 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Delta Middle School
Muncie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
602 students
New Palestine Intermediate School
New Palestine · Public middle · Grades 5–6
605 students
| Measure | Delta Middle School Muncie, Indiana | New Palestine Intermediate School New Palestine, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #136 of 335 | #48 of 335 |
| National rank | #6315 of 15,369 | #3587 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 602 | 605 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 605 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.8% | 29.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 65% |
| city | Muncie | New Palestine |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Palestine Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.8 vs 56.1).
- •New Palestine Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 45%).
- •Delta Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •New Palestine Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 51.8%).
- •Delta Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 20.2).
- •New Palestine Intermediate School is the larger school with 605 students compared with 602.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Delta Middle School better than New Palestine Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), New Palestine Intermediate School ranks higher (68.8 vs 56.1 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 Delta Middle School and New Palestine Intermediate School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Muncie and New Palestine in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Delta Middle School: 602. New Palestine Intermediate School: 605. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Delta Middle School and New Palestine Intermediate School rank in Indiana?
Delta Middle School is 136th of 335 and New Palestine Intermediate School is 48th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).