Joseph Block Middle School vs Maple Crest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 171 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph Block Middle School
East Chicago · Public middle · Grades 7–8
436 students
Maple Crest Middle School
Kokomo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
435 students
| Measure | Joseph Block Middle School East Chicago, Indiana | Maple Crest Middle School Kokomo, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #316 of 335 | #321 of 335 |
| National rank | #13016 of 15,369 | #13326 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 436 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 65.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| city | East Chicago | Kokomo |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph Block Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.1 vs 22.5).
- •Maple Crest Middle School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Maple Crest Middle School does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •Maple Crest Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.1% vs 70.6%).
- •Joseph Block Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.0).
- •Joseph Block Middle School is the larger school with 436 students compared with 435.
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 Joseph Block Middle School better than Maple Crest Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph Block Middle School ranks higher (24.1 vs 22.5 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 Joseph Block Middle School and Maple Crest Middle School?
About 171 km in a straight line, between East Chicago and Kokomo in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph Block Middle School: 436. Maple Crest Middle School: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph Block Middle School and Maple Crest Middle School rank in Indiana?
Joseph Block Middle School is 316th of 335 and Maple Crest Middle School is 321st of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).