Hesston Middle vs Jefferson West Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hesston Middle
Hesston · Public middle · Grades 5–8
273 students
Jefferson West Middle
Meriden · Public middle · Grades 5–8
276 students
| Measure | Hesston Middle Hesston, Kansas | Jefferson West Middle Meriden, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #36 of 205 | #57 of 205 |
| National rank | #6546 of 15,369 | #8478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 273 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 273 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.6% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 36% |
| city | Hesston | Meriden |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hesston Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.1 vs 46.2).
- •Hesston Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 36%).
- •Hesston Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 35%).
- •Hesston Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.6% vs 35.9%).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.1).
- •Jefferson West Middle is the larger school with 276 students compared with 273.
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 Hesston Middle better than Jefferson West Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hesston Middle ranks higher (55.1 vs 46.2 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 Hesston Middle and Jefferson West Middle?
About 200 km in a straight line, between Hesston and Meriden in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hesston Middle: 273. Jefferson West Middle: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hesston Middle and Jefferson West Middle rank in Kansas?
Hesston Middle is 36th of 205 and Jefferson West Middle is 57th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).