Cherokee Middle School vs South Central Calhoun Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 85 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherokee Middle School
Cherokee · Public middle · Grades 5–8
329 students
South Central Calhoun Middle School
Rockwell City · Public middle · Grades 4–8
329 students
| Measure | Cherokee Middle School Cherokee, Iowa | South Central Calhoun Middle School Rockwell City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #98 of 239 | #102 of 239 |
| National rank | #1609 of 15,369 | #1664 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 329 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 329 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 42.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 70% |
| city | Cherokee | Rockwell City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.2 vs 78.9).
- •Cherokee Middle School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 70%).
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 68%).
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.6% vs 45.3%).
- •Cherokee Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.3).
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 Cherokee Middle School better than South Central Calhoun Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cherokee Middle School and South Central Calhoun Middle School?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Cherokee and Rockwell City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Middle School: 329. South Central Calhoun Middle School: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Middle School and South Central Calhoun Middle School rank in Iowa?
Cherokee Middle School is 98th of 239 and South Central Calhoun Middle School is 102nd of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).