National Trail Middle School vs Schaefer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
National Trail Middle School
New Paris · Public middle · Grades 5–8
286 students
Schaefer Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
285 students
| Measure | National Trail Middle School New Paris, Ohio | Schaefer Middle School Springfield, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #264 of 646 | #534 of 646 |
| National rank | #2521 of 15,369 | #6808 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 286 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 286 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 40% |
| city | New Paris | Springfield |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •National Trail Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 53.9).
- •National Trail Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 40%).
- •National Trail Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 47%).
- •Schaefer Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.0).
- •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 National Trail Middle School better than Schaefer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), National Trail Middle School ranks higher (74.1 vs 53.9 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 National Trail Middle School and Schaefer Middle School?
About 82 km in a straight line, between New Paris and Springfield in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
National Trail Middle School: 286. Schaefer Middle School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do National Trail Middle School and Schaefer Middle School rank in Ohio?
National Trail Middle School is 264th of 646 and Schaefer Middle School is 534th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).