Benton Community Middle School vs West Branch Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Community Middle School
Van Horne · Public middle · Grades 7–8
235 students
West Branch Middle School
West Branch · Public middle · Grades 5–8
239 students
| Measure | Benton Community Middle School Van Horne, Iowa | West Branch Middle School West Branch, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #100 of 239 | #29 of 239 |
| National rank | #1621 of 15,369 | #595 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 235 | 239 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.7% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| city | Van Horne | West Branch |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Branch Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 79.1).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 70%).
- •Benton Community Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.7% vs 21.8%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 18.1).
- •West Branch Middle School is the larger school with 239 students compared with 235.
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 Benton Community Middle School better than West Branch Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Branch Middle School ranks higher (86.5 vs 79.1 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 Benton Community Middle School and West Branch Middle School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Van Horne and West Branch in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Community Middle School: 235. West Branch Middle School: 239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Community Middle School and West Branch Middle School rank in Iowa?
Benton Community Middle School is 100th of 239 and West Branch Middle School is 29th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).