Aldo Leopold Intermediate School vs South Tama County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School
Burlington · Public middle · Grades 5–6
412 students
South Tama County Middle School
Toledo · Public middle · Grades 5–8
413 students
| Measure | Aldo Leopold Intermediate School Burlington, Iowa | South Tama County Middle School Toledo, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #222 of 239 | #210 of 239 |
| National rank | #7378 of 15,369 | #5897 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 412 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 54% |
| city | Burlington | Toledo |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Tama County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 51.2).
- •South Tama County Middle School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 40%).
- •South Tama County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 45%).
- •Aldo Leopold Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 62.7%).
- •Aldo Leopold Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.2).
- •South Tama County Middle School is the larger school with 413 students compared with 412.
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 Aldo Leopold Intermediate School better than South Tama County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Tama County Middle School ranks higher (58.1 vs 51.2 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 Aldo Leopold Intermediate School and South Tama County Middle School?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Burlington and Toledo in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School: 412. South Tama County Middle School: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aldo Leopold Intermediate School and South Tama County Middle School rank in Iowa?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is 222nd of 239 and South Tama County Middle School is 210th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).