South Sioux City Middle School vs Walnut Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Nebraska, United States, 235 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Sioux City Middle School
So Sioux City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
781 students
Walnut Middle School
Grand Island · Public middle · Grades 6–8
777 students
| Measure | South Sioux City Middle School So Sioux City, Nebraska | Walnut Middle School Grand Island, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 123 | #114 of 123 |
| National rank | #7135 of 15,369 | #12919 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 781 | 777 |
| Enrollment | 781 | 777 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 25% |
| city | So Sioux City | Grand Island |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Sioux City Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.3 vs 24.7).
- •South Sioux City Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 25%).
- •South Sioux City Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 27%).
- •South Sioux City Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.9).
- •South Sioux City Middle School is the larger school with 781 students compared with 777.
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 South Sioux City Middle School better than Walnut Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Sioux City Middle School ranks higher (52.3 vs 24.7 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 South Sioux City Middle School and Walnut Middle School?
About 235 km in a straight line, between So Sioux City and Grand Island in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Sioux City Middle School: 781. Walnut Middle School: 777. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Sioux City Middle School and Walnut Middle School rank in Nebraska?
South Sioux City Middle School is 86th of 123 and Walnut Middle School is 114th of 123 among middle schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).