John C Dempsey Middle School vs Rutherford B Hayes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 709 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John C Dempsey Middle School
Delaware · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,278 students
Rutherford B Hayes High School
Delaware · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,612 students
| Measure | John C Dempsey Middle School Delaware, Ohio | Rutherford B Hayes High School Delaware, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #286 of 646 | #259 of 802 |
| National rank | #2752 of 15,369 | #3995 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,278 | 1,612 |
| Enrollment | 1,278 | 1,612 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 35% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 58% |
| city | Delaware | Delaware |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John C Dempsey Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 67.3).
- •John C Dempsey Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 58%).
- •Rutherford B Hayes High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 67%).
- •Rutherford B Hayes High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35% vs 37.5%).
- •John C Dempsey Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.4).
- •Rutherford B Hayes High School is the larger school with 1,612 students compared with 1,278.
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 John C Dempsey Middle School better than Rutherford B Hayes High School?
On the Success Index (US), John C Dempsey Middle School ranks higher (72.9 vs 67.3 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 John C Dempsey Middle School and Rutherford B Hayes High School?
About 709 m in a straight line, between Delaware and Delaware in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John C Dempsey Middle School: 1,278. Rutherford B Hayes High School: 1,612. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John C Dempsey Middle School and Rutherford B Hayes High School rank in Ohio?
John C Dempsey Middle School is 286th of 646 and Rutherford B Hayes High School is 259th of 802 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).