Berg Middle School vs Indianola Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berg Middle School
Newton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
790 students
Indianola Middle School
Indianola · Public middle · Grades 6–8
818 students
| Measure | Berg Middle School Newton, Iowa | Indianola Middle School Indianola, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #150 of 239 | #65 of 239 |
| National rank | #2609 of 15,369 | #1085 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 790 | 818 |
| Enrollment | 790 | 818 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.4% | 30.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 79% |
| city | Newton | Indianola |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Indianola Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.7 vs 73.6).
- •Indianola Middle School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 70%).
- •Indianola Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Indianola Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.2% vs 53.4%).
- •Berg Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.6).
- •Indianola Middle School is the larger school with 818 students compared with 790.
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 Berg Middle School better than Indianola Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Indianola Middle School ranks higher (82.7 vs 73.6 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 Berg Middle School and Indianola Middle School?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Newton and Indianola in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berg Middle School: 790. Indianola Middle School: 818. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berg Middle School and Indianola Middle School rank in Iowa?
Berg Middle School is 150th of 239 and Indianola Middle School is 65th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).