Kirksey Middle School vs Laurel Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kirksey Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
389 students
Laurel Middle School
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 7–8
388 students
| Measure | Kirksey Middle School Jackson, Mississippi | Laurel Middle School Laurel, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 181 | #176 of 181 |
| National rank | #12840 of 15,369 | #14973 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 389 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 23% |
| city | Jackson | Laurel |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kirksey Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.1 vs 11.4).
- •Kirksey Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 23%).
- •Kirksey Middle School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 16%).
- •Kirksey Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.9).
- •Kirksey Middle School is the larger school with 389 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 Kirksey Middle School better than Laurel Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Kirksey Middle School ranks higher (25.1 vs 11.4 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 Kirksey Middle School and Laurel Middle School?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Laurel in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kirksey Middle School: 389. Laurel Middle School: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kirksey Middle School and Laurel Middle School rank in Mississippi?
Kirksey Middle School is 121st of 181 and Laurel Middle School is 176th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).