Foley Middle School vs South Marshall Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 371 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foley Middle School
Berea · Public middle · Grades 6–8
429 students
South Marshall Middle
Benton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
432 students
| Measure | Foley Middle School Berea, Kentucky | South Marshall Middle Benton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 217 | #153 of 217 |
| National rank | #7035 of 15,369 | #7928 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 429 | 432 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 432 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.1% | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 37% |
| city | Berea | Benton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foley Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 48.7).
- •Foley Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Foley Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 58%).
- •Foley Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 60.9%).
- •South Marshall Middle does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.9).
- •South Marshall Middle is the larger school with 432 students compared with 429.
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 Foley Middle School better than South Marshall Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Foley Middle School ranks higher (52.8 vs 48.7 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 Foley Middle School and South Marshall Middle?
About 371 km in a straight line, between Berea and Benton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foley Middle School: 429. South Marshall Middle: 432. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foley Middle School and South Marshall Middle rank in Kentucky?
Foley Middle School is 130th of 217 and South Marshall Middle is 153rd of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).