Jackson Middle School vs West Lafayette Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 143 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Middle School
South Bend · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
West Lafayette Intermediate School
West Lafayette · Public middle · Grades 4–6
536 students
| Measure | Jackson Middle School South Bend, Indiana | West Lafayette Intermediate School West Lafayette, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #330 of 335 | #9 of 335 |
| National rank | #13694 of 15,369 | #1506 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 537 | 536 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 24.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 75% |
| city | South Bend | West Lafayette |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Lafayette Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.9 vs 20.5).
- •West Lafayette Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 8%).
- •West Lafayette Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 13%).
- •West Lafayette Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.3% vs 72.3%).
- •Jackson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.8).
- •Jackson Middle School is the larger school with 537 students compared with 536.
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 Jackson Middle School better than West Lafayette Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), West Lafayette Intermediate School ranks higher (79.9 vs 20.5 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 Jackson Middle School and West Lafayette Intermediate School?
About 143 km in a straight line, between South Bend and West Lafayette in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Middle School: 537. West Lafayette Intermediate School: 536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Middle School and West Lafayette Intermediate School rank in Indiana?
Jackson Middle School is 330th of 335 and West Lafayette Intermediate School is 9th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).