Jefferson West Middle vs North Fairview
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 9.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson West Middle
Meriden · Public middle · Grades 5–8
276 students
North Fairview
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–6
278 students
| Measure | Jefferson West Middle Meriden, Kansas | North Fairview Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 205 | #138 of 686 |
| National rank | #8478 of 15,369 | #14546 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 276 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.9% | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 57% |
| city | Meriden | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Fairview scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 46.2).
- •North Fairview does better on math proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •North Fairview does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.9% vs 37.1%).
- •North Fairview does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.8).
- •North Fairview is the larger school with 278 students compared with 276.
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 Jefferson West Middle better than North Fairview?
On the Success Index (US), North Fairview ranks higher (65.4 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 Jefferson West Middle and North Fairview?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson West Middle: 276. North Fairview: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson West Middle and North Fairview rank in Kansas?
Jefferson West Middle is 57th of 205 and North Fairview is 138th of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).