Hattiesburg STEAM Academy vs Jeff Davis County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 64 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hattiesburg STEAM Academy
Hattiesburg · Public middle · Grades 6–6
263 students
Jeff Davis County Middle School
Prentiss · Public middle · Grades 6–8
262 students
| Measure | Hattiesburg STEAM Academy Hattiesburg, Mississippi | Jeff Davis County Middle School Prentiss, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #131 of 181 | #157 of 181 |
| National rank | #13212 of 15,369 | #14389 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 263 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Hattiesburg | Prentiss |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hattiesburg STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.1 vs 16.3).
- •Jeff Davis County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 100%).
- •Hattiesburg STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.5).
- •Hattiesburg STEAM Academy is the larger school with 263 students compared with 262.
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 Hattiesburg STEAM Academy better than Jeff Davis County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hattiesburg STEAM Academy ranks higher (23.1 vs 16.3 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 Hattiesburg STEAM Academy and Jeff Davis County Middle School?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Hattiesburg and Prentiss in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hattiesburg STEAM Academy: 263. Jeff Davis County Middle School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hattiesburg STEAM Academy and Jeff Davis County Middle School rank in Mississippi?
Hattiesburg STEAM Academy is 131st of 181 and Jeff Davis County Middle School is 157th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).