Paul W. Bell Middle School vs W. R. Thomas Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul W. Bell Middle School
Miami · Public middle · Grades 6–8
483 students
W. R. Thomas Middle School
Miami · Public middle · Grades 6–8
507 students
| Measure | Paul W. Bell Middle School Miami, Florida | W. R. Thomas Middle School Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 563 | #232 of 563 |
| National rank | #6348 of 15,369 | #5303 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 483 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.4% | 55.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 63% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W. R. Thomas Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.9 vs 56.0).
- •W. R. Thomas Middle School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 54%).
- •W. R. Thomas Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 54%).
- •Paul W. Bell Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.4% vs 55.2%).
- •Paul W. Bell Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 19.5).
- •W. R. Thomas Middle School is the larger school with 507 students compared with 483.
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 Paul W. Bell Middle School better than W. R. Thomas Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), W. R. Thomas Middle School ranks higher (60.9 vs 56.0 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 Paul W. Bell Middle School and W. R. Thomas Middle School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul W. Bell Middle School: 483. W. R. Thomas Middle School: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul W. Bell Middle School and W. R. Thomas Middle School rank in Florida?
Paul W. Bell Middle School is 287th of 563 and W. R. Thomas Middle School is 232nd of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).