Bedford Junior High School vs Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 216 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford Junior High School
Temperance · Public middle · Grades 6–8
923 students
Jefferson Middle School
Midland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
919 students
| Measure | Bedford Junior High School Temperance, Michigan | Jefferson Middle School Midland, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #174 of 485 | #63 of 485 |
| National rank | #6045 of 15,369 | #2540 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 923 | 919 |
| Enrollment | 923 | 919 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.2% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 60% |
| city | Temperance | Midland |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 57.3).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 45%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 50%).
- •Bedford Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.2% vs 27.7%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 18.5).
- •Bedford Junior High School is the larger school with 923 students compared with 919.
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 Bedford Junior High School better than Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (74.0 vs 57.3 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 Bedford Junior High School and Jefferson Middle School?
About 216 km in a straight line, between Temperance and Midland in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bedford Junior High School: 923. Jefferson Middle School: 919. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bedford Junior High School and Jefferson Middle School rank in Michigan?
Bedford Junior High School is 174th of 485 and Jefferson Middle School is 63rd of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).