Ab Harrison Int vs Nelson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ab Harrison Int
Wylie · Public middle · Grades 5–6
1,093 students
Nelson Middle
Frisco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,094 students
| Measure | Ab Harrison Int Wylie, Texas | Nelson Middle Frisco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #182 of 1,684 | #22 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #2331 of 15,369 | #494 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,093 | 1,094 |
| Enrollment | 1,093 | 1,094 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.3% | 4.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 84% |
| city | Wylie | Frisco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.7 vs 75.1).
- •Nelson Middle does better on math proficiency (84% vs 73%).
- •Nelson Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 59%).
- •Nelson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.8% vs 29.3%).
- •Ab Harrison Int does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.3).
- •Nelson Middle is the larger school with 1,094 students compared with 1,093.
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 Ab Harrison Int better than Nelson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Middle ranks higher (87.7 vs 75.1 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 Ab Harrison Int and Nelson Middle?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Wylie and Frisco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ab Harrison Int: 1,093. Nelson Middle: 1,094. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ab Harrison Int and Nelson Middle rank in Texas?
Ab Harrison Int is 182nd of 1,684 and Nelson Middle is 22nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).