Joe Shafer Middle School vs Rucker Stewart Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joe Shafer Middle School
Gallatin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
670 students
Rucker Stewart Middle
Gallatin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
585 students
| Measure | Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin, Tennessee | Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #82 of 307 | #160 of 307 |
| National rank | #9767 of 15,369 | #12720 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 670 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 37% |
| city | Gallatin | Gallatin |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joe Shafer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 25.8).
- •Joe Shafer Middle School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Joe Shafer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Joe Shafer Middle School is the larger school with 670 students compared with 585.
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 Joe Shafer Middle School better than Rucker Stewart Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Joe Shafer Middle School ranks higher (40.2 vs 25.8 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 Joe Shafer Middle School and Rucker Stewart Middle?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Gallatin and Gallatin in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joe Shafer Middle School: 670. Rucker Stewart Middle: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joe Shafer Middle School and Rucker Stewart Middle rank in Tennessee?
Joe Shafer Middle School is 82nd of 307 and Rucker Stewart Middle is 160th of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).