Jefferson Middle School vs Meridian Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Midland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
919 students
Meridian Junior High School
Sanford · Public middle · Grades 5–8
441 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Midland, Michigan | Meridian Junior High School Sanford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 485 | #269 of 485 |
| National rank | #2540 of 15,369 | #9089 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 919 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 919 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.7% | 40.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 31% |
| city | Midland | Sanford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 43.4).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 31%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 48%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.7% vs 40.4%).
- •Jefferson Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.2).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 919 students compared with 441.
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 Jefferson Middle School better than Meridian Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (74.0 vs 43.4 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 Jefferson Middle School and Meridian Junior High School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Midland and Sanford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 919. Meridian Junior High School: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Meridian Junior High School rank in Michigan?
Jefferson Middle School is 63rd of 485 and Meridian Junior High School is 269th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).