Benjamin Franklin Junior High vs P J Jacobs Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Junior High
Stevens Point · Public middle · Grades 7–9
757 students
P J Jacobs Junior High
Stevens Point · Public middle · Grades 7–9
709 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Junior High Stevens Point, Wisconsin | P J Jacobs Junior High Stevens Point, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #195 of 359 | #162 of 359 |
| National rank | #7182 of 15,369 | #5993 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 757 | 709 |
| Enrollment | 757 | 709 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.4% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 43% |
| city | Stevens Point | Stevens Point |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •P J Jacobs Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 52.0).
- •P J Jacobs Junior High does better on math proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •P J Jacobs Junior High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 34.8%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Junior High does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 13.9).
- •Benjamin Franklin Junior High is the larger school with 757 students compared with 709.
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 Benjamin Franklin Junior High better than P J Jacobs Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), P J Jacobs Junior High ranks higher (57.6 vs 52.0 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 Benjamin Franklin Junior High and P J Jacobs Junior High?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Stevens Point and Stevens Point in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Junior High: 757. P J Jacobs Junior High: 709. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Junior High and P J Jacobs Junior High rank in Wisconsin?
Benjamin Franklin Junior High is 195th of 359 and P J Jacobs Junior High is 162nd of 359 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).