Alexander Middle vs John Edwards Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Wisconsin, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Middle
Nekoosa · Public middle · Grades 4–8
326 students
John Edwards Middle
Port Edwards · Public middle · Grades 6–8
89 students
| Measure | Alexander Middle Nekoosa, Wisconsin | John Edwards Middle Port Edwards, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #316 of 359 | #241 of 359 |
| National rank | #11246 of 15,369 | #8385 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 326 | 89 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 89 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | 50.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Nekoosa | Port Edwards |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Edwards Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 33.2).
- •John Edwards Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •John Edwards Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •John Edwards Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.6% vs 61.3%).
- •John Edwards Middle does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 11.6).
- •Alexander Middle is the larger school with 326 students compared with 89.
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 Alexander Middle better than John Edwards Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John Edwards Middle ranks higher (46.6 vs 33.2 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 Alexander Middle and John Edwards Middle?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Nekoosa and Port Edwards in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Middle: 326. John Edwards Middle: 89. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Middle and John Edwards Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Alexander Middle is 316th of 359 and John Edwards Middle is 241st of 359 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).