Madison Elementary School vs North Wood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison Elementary School
Wakarusa · Public elementary · Grades K–5
117 students
North Wood Middle School
Wakarusa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
653 students
| Measure | Madison Elementary School Wakarusa, Indiana | North Wood Middle School Wakarusa, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #132 of 1,053 | #33 of 335 |
| National rank | #9797 of 50,301 | #2760 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 117 | 653 |
| Enrollment | 117 | 653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 37.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 56% |
| city | Wakarusa | Wakarusa |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.2 vs 72.9).
- •Madison Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •North Wood Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 37.6%).
- •Madison Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.8).
- •North Wood Middle School is the larger school with 653 students compared with 117.
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 Madison Elementary School better than North Wood 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 Madison Elementary School and North Wood Middle School?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Wakarusa and Wakarusa in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison Elementary School: 117. North Wood Middle School: 653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison Elementary School and North Wood Middle School rank in Indiana?
Madison Elementary School is 132nd of 1,053 and North Wood Middle School is 33rd of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).