McKinley STEAM Academy vs Wilson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley STEAM Academy
Cedar Rapids · Public middle · Grades 6–8
426 students
Wilson Middle School
Cedar Rapids · Public middle · Grades 6–8
422 students
| Measure | McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids, Iowa | Wilson Middle School Cedar Rapids, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 239 | #219 of 239 |
| National rank | #5991 of 15,369 | #6966 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 426 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.6% | 78% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 46% |
| city | Cedar Rapids | Cedar Rapids |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKinley STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 53.2).
- •McKinley STEAM Academy does better on math proficiency (49% vs 46%).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 56%).
- •McKinley STEAM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 78%).
- •McKinley STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.1).
- •McKinley STEAM Academy is the larger school with 426 students compared with 422.
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 McKinley STEAM Academy better than Wilson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), McKinley STEAM Academy ranks higher (57.6 vs 53.2 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 McKinley STEAM Academy and Wilson Middle School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Cedar Rapids and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley STEAM Academy: 426. Wilson Middle School: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley STEAM Academy and Wilson Middle School rank in Iowa?
McKinley STEAM Academy is 211th of 239 and Wilson Middle School is 219th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).