Badger Rock Middle vs James Wright Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Badger Rock Middle
Madison · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
92 students
James Wright Middle
Madison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
245 students
| Measure | Badger Rock Middle Madison, Wisconsin | James Wright Middle Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #342 of 359 | #337 of 359 |
| National rank | #12745 of 15,369 | #12239 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 92 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 92 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.3% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Wright Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.3 vs 25.6).
- •James Wright Middle does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •James Wright Middle does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •Badger Rock Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 68.2%).
- •James Wright Middle does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 10.2).
- •James Wright Middle is the larger school with 245 students compared with 92.
- •Badger Rock Middle is a charter school while James Wright Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Badger Rock Middle better than James Wright Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James Wright Middle ranks higher (28.3 vs 25.6 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 Badger Rock Middle and James Wright Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Badger Rock Middle: 92. James Wright Middle: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Badger Rock Middle and James Wright Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Badger Rock Middle is 342nd of 359 and James Wright Middle is 337th of 359 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).