North Side Middle School vs West Side Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Side Middle School
Elkhart · Public middle · Grades 7–8
563 students
West Side Middle School
Elkhart · Public middle · Grades 7–8
569 students
| Measure | North Side Middle School Elkhart, Indiana | West Side Middle School Elkhart, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #285 of 335 | #268 of 335 |
| National rank | #11626 of 15,369 | #10956 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 563 | 569 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 569 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| city | Elkhart | Elkhart |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 31.5).
- •West Side Middle School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •West Side Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 33%).
- •West Side Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55% vs 57.4%).
- •North Side Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.4).
- •West Side Middle School is the larger school with 569 students compared with 563.
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 North Side Middle School better than West Side Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Side Middle School ranks higher (34.6 vs 31.5 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 North Side Middle School and West Side Middle School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Elkhart and Elkhart in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Side Middle School: 563. West Side Middle School: 569. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Side Middle School and West Side Middle School rank in Indiana?
North Side Middle School is 285th of 335 and West Side Middle School is 268th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).