James D. Adams Middle School vs Owensboro Innovation Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 385 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James D. Adams Middle School
Prestonsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
311 students
Owensboro Innovation Middle School
Owensboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
311 students
| Measure | James D. Adams Middle School Prestonsburg, Kentucky | Owensboro Innovation Middle School Owensboro, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 217 | #161 of 217 |
| National rank | #9745 of 15,369 | #8275 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 311 | 311 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 311 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 59.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 40% |
| city | Prestonsburg | Owensboro |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Owensboro Innovation Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 40.3).
- •Owensboro Innovation Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 36%).
- •Owensboro Innovation Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Owensboro Innovation Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.5% vs 69.8%).
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 James D. Adams Middle School better than Owensboro Innovation Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Owensboro Innovation Middle School ranks higher (47.1 vs 40.3 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 James D. Adams Middle School and Owensboro Innovation Middle School?
About 385 km in a straight line, between Prestonsburg and Owensboro in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James D. Adams Middle School: 311. Owensboro Innovation Middle School: 311. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James D. Adams Middle School and Owensboro Innovation Middle School rank in Kentucky?
James D. Adams Middle School is 193rd of 217 and Owensboro Innovation Middle School is 161st of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).