Jefferson West Middle vs Seaman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 10 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
Seaman Middle School
Topeka · Public middle · Grades 7–8
560 students
| Measure | Jefferson West Middle Meriden, Kansas | Seaman Middle School Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 205 | #100 of 205 |
| National rank | #8478 of 15,369 | #10695 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 276 | 560 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 560 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.9% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 22% |
| city | Meriden | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson West Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 35.8).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 25%).
- •Jefferson West Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.9% vs 40%).
- •Seaman Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.8).
- •Seaman Middle School is the larger school with 560 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 Seaman Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson West Middle ranks higher (46.2 vs 35.8 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 Seaman Middle School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson West Middle: 276. Seaman Middle School: 560. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson West Middle and Seaman Middle School rank in Kansas?
Jefferson West Middle is 57th of 205 and Seaman Middle School is 100th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).