Southeast Middle School vs West Branch Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southeast Middle School
Iowa City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,269 students
West Branch Middle School
West Branch · Public middle · Grades 5–8
239 students
| Measure | Southeast Middle School Iowa City, Iowa | West Branch Middle School West Branch, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #173 of 239 | #29 of 239 |
| National rank | #3521 of 15,369 | #595 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 1,269 | 239 |
| Enrollment | 1,269 | 239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.4% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 77% |
| city | Iowa City | West Branch |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Branch Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 69.2).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 65%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 47.4%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.5).
- •Southeast Middle School is the larger school with 1,269 students compared with 239.
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 Southeast Middle School better than West Branch Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Branch Middle School ranks higher (86.5 vs 69.2 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 Southeast Middle School and West Branch Middle School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Iowa City and West Branch in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southeast Middle School: 1,269. West Branch Middle School: 239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southeast Middle School and West Branch Middle School rank in Iowa?
Southeast Middle School is 173rd of 239 and West Branch Middle School is 29th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).