Iola Middle School vs Perry-Lecompton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iola Middle School
Iola · Public middle · Grades 6–8
238 students
Perry-Lecompton Middle
Perry · Public middle · Grades 5–8
234 students
| Measure | Iola Middle School Iola, Kansas | Perry-Lecompton Middle Perry, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 205 | #135 of 205 |
| National rank | #11881 of 15,369 | #11836 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 238 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.8% | 39.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 15% |
| city | Iola | Perry |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.2 vs 30.5).
- •Iola Middle School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 15%).
- •Iola Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 25%).
- •Perry-Lecompton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.7% vs 61.8%).
- •Iola Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 14.6).
- •Iola Middle School is the larger school with 238 students compared with 234.
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 Iola Middle School better than Perry-Lecompton Middle?
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 Iola Middle School and Perry-Lecompton Middle?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Iola and Perry in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iola Middle School: 238. Perry-Lecompton Middle: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iola Middle School and Perry-Lecompton Middle rank in Kansas?
Iola Middle School is 137th of 205 and Perry-Lecompton Middle is 135th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).