South Middle School vs Timberline School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 525 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Middle School
Waukee · Public middle · Grades 6–7
1,092 students
Timberline School
Waukee · Public other · Grades 8–9
992 students
| Measure | South Middle School Waukee, Iowa | Timberline School Waukee, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #24 of 239 | – |
| National rank | #552 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 8–9 |
| Students | 1,092 | 992 |
| Enrollment | 1,092 | 992 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.5% | 26.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 81% |
| city | Waukee | Waukee |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •South Middle School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 80%).
- •South Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.5% vs 26.4%).
- •South Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.3).
- •South Middle School is the larger school with 1,092 students compared with 992.
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 South Middle School better than Timberline 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 South Middle School and Timberline School?
About 525 m in a straight line, between Waukee and Waukee in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Middle School: 1,092. Timberline School: 992. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Middle School and Timberline School rank in Iowa?
South Middle School is 24th of 239 and Timberline School is unranked among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).