Dugan-Tarango Middle vs Jal JR High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 519 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dugan-Tarango Middle
Lordsburg · Public middle · Grades 5–8
124 students
Jal JR High
Jal · Public middle · Grades 6–8
119 students
| Measure | Dugan-Tarango Middle Lordsburg, New Mexico | Jal JR High Jal, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #124 of 138 | #125 of 138 |
| National rank | #14935 of 15,369 | #15010 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 124 | 119 |
| Enrollment | 124 | 119 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Lordsburg | Jal |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.7 vs 11.0).
- •Jal JR High does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Dugan-Tarango Middle does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Jal JR High does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.4).
- •Dugan-Tarango Middle is the larger school with 124 students compared with 119.
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 Dugan-Tarango Middle better than Jal JR High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dugan-Tarango Middle and Jal JR High?
About 519 km in a straight line, between Lordsburg and Jal in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dugan-Tarango Middle: 124. Jal JR High: 119. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dugan-Tarango Middle and Jal JR High rank in New Mexico?
Dugan-Tarango Middle is 124th of 138 and Jal JR High is 125th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).