Loogootee Middle School vs South Spencer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 87 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Loogootee Middle School
Loogootee · Public middle · Grades 5–8
223 students
South Spencer Middle School
Rockport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
220 students
| Measure | Loogootee Middle School Loogootee, Indiana | South Spencer Middle School Rockport, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #66 of 335 | #64 of 335 |
| National rank | #4379 of 15,369 | #4328 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 223 | 220 |
| Enrollment | 223 | 220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Loogootee | Rockport |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.0 vs 65.3).
- •Loogootee Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •South Spencer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 51%).
- •Loogootee Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 47.3%).
- •South Spencer Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.4).
- •Loogootee Middle School is the larger school with 223 students compared with 220.
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 Loogootee Middle School better than South Spencer 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 Loogootee Middle School and South Spencer Middle School?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Loogootee and Rockport in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Loogootee Middle School: 223. South Spencer Middle School: 220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Loogootee Middle School and South Spencer Middle School rank in Indiana?
Loogootee Middle School is 66th of 335 and South Spencer Middle School is 64th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).