Blackburn Middle School vs North Pike Upper Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 114 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackburn Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
317 students
North Pike Upper Elementary School
Summit · Public middle · Grades 5–6
317 students
| Measure | Blackburn Middle School Jackson, Mississippi | North Pike Upper Elementary School Summit, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #135 of 181 | #67 of 181 |
| National rank | #13390 of 15,369 | #8767 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 317 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 71.6% |
| Students per teacher | 7.4 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 23% | – |
| city | Jackson | Summit |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Pike Upper Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 22.1).
- •North Pike Upper Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.6% vs 99.7%).
- •Blackburn Middle School does better on students per teacher (7.4 vs 13.2).
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 Blackburn Middle School better than North Pike Upper Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Pike Upper Elementary School ranks higher (44.8 vs 22.1 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 Blackburn Middle School and North Pike Upper Elementary School?
About 114 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Summit in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackburn Middle School: 317. North Pike Upper Elementary School: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackburn Middle School and North Pike Upper Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Blackburn Middle School is 135th of 181 and North Pike Upper Elementary School is 67th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).