Greenway Middle vs Jackson County Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 424 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenway Middle
Coleraine · Public middle · Grades 5–8
244 students
Jackson County Central Middle
Lakefield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
241 students
| Measure | Greenway Middle Coleraine, Minnesota | Jackson County Central Middle Lakefield, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 266 | #160 of 266 |
| National rank | #5542 of 15,369 | #5460 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 244 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 244 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.6% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| city | Coleraine | Lakefield |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.7 vs 60.1).
- •Jackson County Central Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Greenway Middle does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 52%).
- •Jackson County Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.2% vs 51.6%).
- •Greenway Middle does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 17.2).
- •Greenway Middle is the larger school with 244 students compared with 241.
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 Greenway Middle better than Jackson County Central Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Greenway Middle and Jackson County Central Middle?
About 424 km in a straight line, between Coleraine and Lakefield in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greenway Middle: 244. Jackson County Central Middle: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greenway Middle and Jackson County Central Middle rank in Minnesota?
Greenway Middle is 162nd of 266 and Jackson County Central Middle is 160th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).