Kirksey Middle School vs McWillie Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.6 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
McWillie Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
414 students
| Measure | Kirksey Middle School Jackson, Mississippi | McWillie Elementary School Jackson, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 181 | #224 of 427 |
| National rank | #12840 of 15,369 | #33436 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 389 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McWillie Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 25.1).
- •McWillie Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •McWillie Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 23%).
- •Kirksey Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.9).
- •McWillie Elementary School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 389.
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 McWillie Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McWillie Elementary School ranks higher (37.8 vs 25.1 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 Kirksey Middle School and McWillie Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kirksey Middle School: 389. McWillie Elementary School: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kirksey Middle School and McWillie Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Kirksey Middle School is 121st of 181 and McWillie Elementary School is 224th of 427 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).