McCombs Middle School vs Meredith Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCombs Middle School
Des Moines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
670 students
Meredith Middle School
Des Moines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
662 students
| Measure | McCombs Middle School Des Moines, Iowa | Meredith Middle School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 239 | #231 of 239 |
| National rank | #8762 of 15,369 | #8816 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 670 | 662 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 49% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (44.8 vs 44.6).
- •McCombs Middle School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 49%).
- •Meredith Middle School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •Meredith Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 83.3%).
- •Meredith Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.2).
- •McCombs Middle School is the larger school with 670 students compared with 662.
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 McCombs Middle School better than Meredith 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 McCombs Middle School and Meredith Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCombs Middle School: 670. Meredith Middle School: 662. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCombs Middle School and Meredith Middle School rank in Iowa?
McCombs Middle School is 230th of 239 and Meredith Middle School is 231st of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).