Armstrong Middle School vs Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 186 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armstrong Middle School
Rayne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
304 students
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
Kentwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
306 students
| Measure | Armstrong Middle School Rayne, Louisiana | Jewel M. Sumner Middle School Kentwood, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 218 | #158 of 218 |
| National rank | #5646 of 15,369 | #6389 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 304 | 306 |
| Enrollment | 304 | 306 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.9% | 79.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 48% |
| city | Rayne | Kentwood |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Armstrong Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 55.8).
- •Armstrong Middle School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 48%).
- •Armstrong Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 61%).
- •Jewel M. Sumner Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.4% vs 82.9%).
- •Jewel M. Sumner Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.2).
- •Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is the larger school with 306 students compared with 304.
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 Armstrong Middle School better than Jewel M. Sumner Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Armstrong Middle School ranks higher (59.2 vs 55.8 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 Armstrong Middle School and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Rayne and Kentwood in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armstrong Middle School: 304. Jewel M. Sumner Middle School: 306. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armstrong Middle School and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Armstrong Middle School is 147th of 218 and Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is 158th of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).