Jefferson Area Junior High School vs National Trail Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 393 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Area Junior High School
Jefferson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
285 students
National Trail Middle School
New Paris · Public middle · Grades 5–8
286 students
| Measure | Jefferson Area Junior High School Jefferson, Ohio | National Trail Middle School New Paris, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #470 of 646 | #264 of 646 |
| National rank | #5205 of 15,369 | #2521 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 285 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.8% | – |
| Students per teacher | 28.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 65% |
| city | Jefferson | New Paris |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •National Trail Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 61.2).
- •National Trail Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 55%).
- •Jefferson Area Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 58%).
- •National Trail Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 28.5).
- •National Trail Middle School is the larger school with 286 students compared with 285.
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 Jefferson Area Junior High School better than National Trail Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), National Trail Middle School ranks higher (74.1 vs 61.2 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 Jefferson Area Junior High School and National Trail Middle School?
About 393 km in a straight line, between Jefferson and New Paris in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Area Junior High School: 285. National Trail Middle School: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Area Junior High School and National Trail Middle School rank in Ohio?
Jefferson Area Junior High School is 470th of 646 and National Trail Middle School is 264th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).