South Middle School vs Waukee High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 1.7 km 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
Waukee High School
Waukee · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,375 students
| Measure | South Middle School Waukee, Iowa | Waukee High School Waukee, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #24 of 239 | #100 of 319 |
| National rank | #552 of 15,369 | #1437 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 1,092 | 1,375 |
| Enrollment | 1,092 | 1,375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.5% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 74% |
| city | Waukee | Waukee |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.0 vs 79.0).
- •South Middle School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 74%).
- •South Middle School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 80%).
- •Waukee High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23% vs 25.5%).
- •South Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.0).
- •Waukee High School is the larger school with 1,375 students compared with 1,092.
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 Waukee High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle School ranks higher (87.0 vs 79.0 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 South Middle School and Waukee High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Waukee and Waukee in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Middle School: 1,092. Waukee High School: 1,375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Middle School and Waukee High School rank in Iowa?
South Middle School is 24th of 239 and Waukee High School is 100th of 319 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).