Madison Middle School vs Shepherd Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 192 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison Middle School
Adrian · Public middle · Grades 6–8
388 students
Shepherd Middle School
Shepherd · Public middle · Grades 6–8
390 students
| Measure | Madison Middle School Adrian, Michigan | Shepherd Middle School Shepherd, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #183 of 485 | #222 of 485 |
| National rank | #6444 of 15,369 | #7617 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.9% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 42% |
| city | Adrian | Shepherd |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 50.2).
- •Madison Middle School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Madison Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •Madison Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.9% vs 49%).
- •Madison Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 17.7).
- •Shepherd Middle School is the larger school with 390 students compared with 388.
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 Madison Middle School better than Shepherd Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Madison Middle School ranks higher (55.6 vs 50.2 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 Madison Middle School and Shepherd Middle School?
About 192 km in a straight line, between Adrian and Shepherd in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison Middle School: 388. Shepherd Middle School: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison Middle School and Shepherd Middle School rank in Michigan?
Madison Middle School is 183rd of 485 and Shepherd Middle School is 222nd of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).