Jefferson West Middle vs Pauline South Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 31 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
Pauline South Intermediate
Wakarusa · Public middle · Grades 4–6
277 students
| Measure | Jefferson West Middle Meriden, Kansas | Pauline South Intermediate Wakarusa, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 205 | #117 of 205 |
| National rank | #8478 of 15,369 | #11057 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 276 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.9% | 69% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 23% |
| city | Meriden | Wakarusa |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson West Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 34.1).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 23%).
- •Pauline South Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.9% vs 69%).
- •Pauline South Intermediate does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.8).
- •Pauline South Intermediate is the larger school with 277 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 Pauline South Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson West Middle ranks higher (46.2 vs 34.1 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 Pauline South Intermediate?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Wakarusa in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson West Middle: 276. Pauline South Intermediate: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson West Middle and Pauline South Intermediate rank in Kansas?
Jefferson West Middle is 57th of 205 and Pauline South Intermediate is 117th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).