Gary E. Cobb Middle School vs Genoa Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 145 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School
Texarkana · Public middle · Grades 4–6
303 students
Genoa Central Elementary School
Texarkana · Public elementary · Grades K–3
365 students
| Measure | Gary E. Cobb Middle School Texarkana, Arkansas | Genoa Central Elementary School Texarkana, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #33 of 211 | #19 of 511 |
| National rank | #3685 of 15,369 | #7585 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 303 | 365 |
| Enrollment | 303 | 365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 82% |
| city | Texarkana | Texarkana |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Genoa Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 68.4).
- •Genoa Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 66%).
- •Genoa Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Gary E. Cobb Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 47.9%).
- •Genoa Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.8).
- •Genoa Central Elementary School is the larger school with 365 students compared with 303.
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 Gary E. Cobb Middle School better than Genoa Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Genoa Central Elementary School ranks higher (75.6 vs 68.4 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 Gary E. Cobb Middle School and Genoa Central Elementary School?
About 145 m in a straight line, between Texarkana and Texarkana in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary E. Cobb Middle School: 303. Genoa Central Elementary School: 365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary E. Cobb Middle School and Genoa Central Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Gary E. Cobb Middle School is 33rd of 211 and Genoa Central Elementary School is 19th of 511 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).