Caton Middle vs Dexter Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 141 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caton Middle
Eunice · Public middle · Grades 6–8
170 students
Dexter Middle
Dexter · Public middle · Grades 6–8
178 students
| Measure | Caton Middle Eunice, New Mexico | Dexter Middle Dexter, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 138 | #109 of 138 |
| National rank | #12958 of 15,369 | #14683 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 170 | 178 |
| Enrollment | 170 | 178 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.7% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 21% |
| city | Eunice | Dexter |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Caton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.4 vs 14.1).
- •Dexter Middle does better on math proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •Caton Middle does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Caton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.7% vs 100%).
- •Dexter Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.5).
- •Dexter Middle is the larger school with 178 students compared with 170.
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 Caton Middle better than Dexter Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Caton Middle ranks higher (24.4 vs 14.1 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 Caton Middle and Dexter Middle?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Eunice and Dexter in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caton Middle: 170. Dexter Middle: 178. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caton Middle and Dexter Middle rank in New Mexico?
Caton Middle is 38th of 138 and Dexter Middle is 109th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).