Joel P. Jensen Middle vs Mt. Jordan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 7.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joel P. Jensen Middle
West Jordan · Public middle · Grades 7–9
760 students
Mt. Jordan Middle
Sandy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
757 students
| Measure | Joel P. Jensen Middle West Jordan, Utah | Mt. Jordan Middle Sandy, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #122 of 141 | #113 of 141 |
| National rank | #11901 of 15,369 | #10473 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 760 | 757 |
| Enrollment | 760 | 757 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.9% | 39.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | West Jordan | Sandy |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mt. Jordan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.9 vs 30.1).
- •Mt. Jordan Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Mt. Jordan Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 49.9%).
- •Joel P. Jensen Middle does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 20.5).
- •Joel P. Jensen Middle is the larger school with 760 students compared with 757.
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 Joel P. Jensen Middle better than Mt. Jordan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mt. Jordan Middle ranks higher (36.9 vs 30.1 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 Joel P. Jensen Middle and Mt. Jordan Middle?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between West Jordan and Sandy in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joel P. Jensen Middle: 760. Mt. Jordan Middle: 757. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joel P. Jensen Middle and Mt. Jordan Middle rank in Utah?
Joel P. Jensen Middle is 122nd of 141 and Mt. Jordan Middle is 113th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).