Peeples Middle School vs Shirley Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peeples Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
541 students
Shirley Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
| Measure | Peeples Middle School Jackson, Mississippi | Shirley Elementary School Jackson, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #156 of 181 | – |
| National rank | #14358 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 541 | – |
| Enrollment | 541 | – |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 17% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peeples Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Shirley Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 13%).
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 Peeples Middle School better than Shirley Elementary School?
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 Peeples Middle School and Shirley Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Mississippi.
How do Peeples Middle School and Shirley Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Peeples Middle School is 156th of 181 and Shirley Elementary School is unranked among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).