East Washington Middle School vs Salem Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Washington Middle School
Pekin · Public middle · Grades 5–8
418 students
Salem Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
352 students
| Measure | East Washington Middle School Pekin, Indiana | Salem Middle School Salem, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 335 | #214 of 335 |
| National rank | #7427 of 15,369 | #8744 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 418 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39% | 50.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 30% |
| city | Pekin | Salem |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Washington Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 44.9).
- •East Washington Middle School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 30%).
- •East Washington Middle School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •East Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39% vs 50.9%).
- •Salem Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.9).
- •East Washington Middle School is the larger school with 418 students compared with 352.
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 East Washington Middle School better than Salem Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), East Washington Middle School ranks higher (51.0 vs 44.9 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 East Washington Middle School and Salem Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Pekin and Salem in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Washington Middle School: 418. Salem Middle School: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Washington Middle School and Salem Middle School rank in Indiana?
East Washington Middle School is 180th of 335 and Salem Middle School is 214th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).