Northside Middle School vs Thomas Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 197 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northside Middle School
Muncie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
630 students
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Valparaiso · Public middle · Grades 6–8
632 students
| Measure | Northside Middle School Muncie, Indiana | Thomas Jefferson Middle School Valparaiso, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #284 of 335 | #30 of 335 |
| National rank | #11598 of 15,369 | #2643 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 630 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 39.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 56% |
| city | Muncie | Valparaiso |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 31.6).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 24%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 33%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.7% vs 69.8%).
- •Northside Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.2).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 632 students compared with 630.
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 Northside Middle School better than Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (73.5 vs 31.6 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 Northside Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
About 197 km in a straight line, between Muncie and Valparaiso in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside Middle School: 630. Thomas Jefferson Middle School: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School rank in Indiana?
Northside Middle School is 284th of 335 and Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 30th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).