Knoxville Middle School vs South Central Calhoun Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Knoxville Middle School
Knoxville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
323 students
South Central Calhoun Middle School
Rockwell City · Public middle · Grades 4–8
329 students
| Measure | Knoxville Middle School Knoxville, Iowa | South Central Calhoun Middle School Rockwell City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #143 of 239 | #102 of 239 |
| National rank | #2444 of 15,369 | #1664 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 323 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 42.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 70% |
| city | Knoxville | Rockwell City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.9 vs 74.5).
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 69%).
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 65%).
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.6% vs 51.7%).
- •Knoxville Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.3).
- •South Central Calhoun Middle School is the larger school with 329 students compared with 323.
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 Knoxville Middle School better than South Central Calhoun Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Central Calhoun Middle School ranks higher (78.9 vs 74.5 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 Knoxville Middle School and South Central Calhoun Middle School?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Rockwell City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Knoxville Middle School: 323. South Central Calhoun Middle School: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Knoxville Middle School and South Central Calhoun Middle School rank in Iowa?
Knoxville Middle School is 143rd of 239 and South Central Calhoun Middle School is 102nd of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).