Abell J H vs Kahla Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 664 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abell J H
Midland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,129 students
Kahla Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,126 students
| Measure | Abell J H Midland, Texas | Kahla Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #882 of 1,684 | #1019 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8467 of 15,369 | #9449 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,129 | 1,126 |
| Enrollment | 1,129 | 1,126 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.3% | 82.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Midland | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Abell J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 41.7).
- •Abell J H does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Abell J H does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Abell J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 82.9%).
- •Kahla Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 17.9).
- •Abell J H is the larger school with 1,129 students compared with 1,126.
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 Abell J H better than Kahla Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Abell J H ranks higher (46.2 vs 41.7 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 Abell J H and Kahla Middle?
About 664 km in a straight line, between Midland and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abell J H: 1,129. Kahla Middle: 1,126. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abell J H and Kahla Middle rank in Texas?
Abell J H is 882nd of 1,684 and Kahla Middle is 1019th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).