Hayden Elementary School vs Jennings County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayden Elementary School
Hayden · Public elementary · Grades K–6
284 students
Jennings County Middle School
North Vernon · Public middle · Grades 7–8
572 students
| Measure | Hayden Elementary School Hayden, Indiana | Jennings County Middle School North Vernon, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #756 of 1,053 | #237 of 335 |
| National rank | #30635 of 50,301 | #9321 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 284 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 284 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| city | Hayden | North Vernon |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.0 vs 42.3).
- •Hayden Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Jennings County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Hayden Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 65%).
- •Jennings County Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.8).
- •Jennings County Middle School is the larger school with 572 students compared with 284.
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 Hayden Elementary School better than Jennings County Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hayden Elementary School and Jennings County Middle School?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Hayden and North Vernon in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hayden Elementary School: 284. Jennings County Middle School: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hayden Elementary School and Jennings County Middle School rank in Indiana?
Hayden Elementary School is 756th of 1,053 and Jennings County Middle School is 237th of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).