Houston Middle School vs North Pike Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 316 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston Middle School
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
352 students
North Pike Junior High
Summit · Public middle · Grades 7–8
350 students
| Measure | Houston Middle School Houston, Mississippi | North Pike Junior High Summit, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #62 of 181 | #83 of 181 |
| National rank | #8404 of 15,369 | #10221 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 352 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 69.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 35% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | Houston | Summit |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houston Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 38.3).
- •North Pike Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 78.4%).
- •Houston Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.5).
- •Houston Middle School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 350.
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 Houston Middle School better than North Pike Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Houston Middle School ranks higher (46.5 vs 38.3 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 Houston Middle School and North Pike Junior High?
About 316 km in a straight line, between Houston and Summit in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston Middle School: 352. North Pike Junior High: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston Middle School and North Pike Junior High rank in Mississippi?
Houston Middle School is 62nd of 181 and North Pike Junior High is 83rd of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).