Ionia Middle School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 741 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ionia Middle School
Ionia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
629 students
Jefferson School
Ionia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
272 students
| Measure | Ionia Middle School Ionia, Michigan | Jefferson School Ionia, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #252 of 485 | #1125 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #8648 of 15,369 | #37880 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 629 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 629 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 22% |
| city | Ionia | Ionia |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ionia Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.3 vs 31.0).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 22%).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 47%).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 68.4%).
- •Ionia Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 18.1).
- •Ionia Middle School is the larger school with 629 students compared with 272.
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 Ionia Middle School better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Ionia Middle School ranks higher (45.3 vs 31.0 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 Ionia Middle School and Jefferson School?
About 741 m in a straight line, between Ionia and Ionia in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ionia Middle School: 629. Jefferson School: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ionia Middle School and Jefferson School rank in Michigan?
Ionia Middle School is 252nd of 485 and Jefferson School is 1125th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).