Joel P. Jensen Middle vs West Jordan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 2.3 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
West Jordan Middle
West Jordan · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,000 students
| Measure | Joel P. Jensen Middle West Jordan, Utah | West Jordan Middle West Jordan, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #122 of 141 | #125 of 141 |
| National rank | #11901 of 15,369 | #12559 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 760 | 1,000 |
| Enrollment | 760 | 1,000 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.9% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 24% |
| city | West Jordan | West Jordan |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joel P. Jensen Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.1 vs 26.7).
- •Joel P. Jensen Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 24%).
- •Joel P. Jensen Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •West Jordan Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 49.9%).
- •Joel P. Jensen Middle does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 20.8).
- •West Jordan Middle is the larger school with 1,000 students compared with 760.
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 West Jordan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Joel P. Jensen Middle ranks higher (30.1 vs 26.7 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 West Jordan Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between West Jordan and West Jordan in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joel P. Jensen Middle: 760. West Jordan Middle: 1,000. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joel P. Jensen Middle and West Jordan Middle rank in Utah?
Joel P. Jensen Middle is 122nd of 141 and West Jordan Middle is 125th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).