Clinton Middle School vs Trailridge School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 307 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton Middle School
Clinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
745 students
Trailridge School
Waukee · Public middle · Grades 6–8
754 students
| Measure | Clinton Middle School Clinton, Iowa | Trailridge School Waukee, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 239 | #191 of 239 |
| National rank | #4176 of 15,369 | #4545 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 745 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.3% | 12.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | – |
| Math proficiency | 60% | – |
| city | Clinton | Waukee |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clinton Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.0 vs 64.3).
- •Trailridge School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.1% vs 55.3%).
- •Clinton Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 20.9).
- •Trailridge School is the larger school with 754 students compared with 745.
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 Clinton Middle School better than Trailridge School?
On the Success Index (US), Clinton Middle School ranks higher (66.0 vs 64.3 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 Clinton Middle School and Trailridge School?
About 307 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Waukee in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton Middle School: 745. Trailridge School: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton Middle School and Trailridge School rank in Iowa?
Clinton Middle School is 185th of 239 and Trailridge School is 191st of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).