Brandon Middle School vs Gaylord Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 261 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandon Middle School
Ortonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
436 students
Gaylord Middle School
Gaylord · Public middle · Grades 7–8
435 students
| Measure | Brandon Middle School Ortonville, Michigan | Gaylord Middle School Gaylord, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 485 | #195 of 485 |
| National rank | #7331 of 15,369 | #6707 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 436 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 43% |
| city | Ortonville | Gaylord |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaylord Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 51.4).
- •Brandon Middle School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 43%).
- •Gaylord Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 48%).
- •Brandon Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 51.7%).
- •Brandon Middle School is the larger school with 436 students compared with 435.
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 Brandon Middle School better than Gaylord Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Gaylord Middle School ranks higher (54.3 vs 51.4 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 Brandon Middle School and Gaylord Middle School?
About 261 km in a straight line, between Ortonville and Gaylord in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandon Middle School: 436. Gaylord Middle School: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandon Middle School and Gaylord Middle School rank in Michigan?
Brandon Middle School is 215th of 485 and Gaylord Middle School is 195th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).