Jack Young Middle vs West Elementary-Kindergarten Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack Young Middle
Baraboo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
548 students
West Elementary-Kindergarten Center
Baraboo · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
35 students
| Measure | Jack Young Middle Baraboo, Wisconsin | West Elementary-Kindergarten Center Baraboo, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #272 of 359 | – |
| National rank | #9275 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 548 | 35 |
| Enrollment | 548 | 35 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 5.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Baraboo | Baraboo |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elementary-Kindergarten Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.5 vs 42.5).
- •West Elementary-Kindergarten Center does better on students per teacher (5.8 vs 11.2).
- •Jack Young Middle is the larger school with 548 students compared with 35.
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 Jack Young Middle better than West Elementary-Kindergarten Center?
On the Success Index (US), West Elementary-Kindergarten Center ranks higher (82.5 vs 42.5 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 Jack Young Middle and West Elementary-Kindergarten Center?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Baraboo and Baraboo in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Young Middle: 548. West Elementary-Kindergarten Center: 35. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Young Middle and West Elementary-Kindergarten Center rank in Wisconsin?
Jack Young Middle is 272nd of 359 and West Elementary-Kindergarten Center is unranked among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).