Aguirre J H vs North Shore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aguirre J H
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
933 students
North Shore Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,299 students
| Measure | Aguirre J H Houston, Texas | North Shore Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1028 of 1,684 | #988 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9503 of 15,369 | #9229 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 933 | 1,299 |
| Enrollment | 933 | 1,299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 50% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Shore Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 41.4).
- •Aguirre J H does better on math proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •North Shore Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Aguirre J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 87.5%).
- •Aguirre J H does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.2).
- •North Shore Middle is the larger school with 1,299 students compared with 933.
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 Aguirre J H better than North Shore Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Shore Middle ranks higher (42.7 vs 41.4 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 Aguirre J H and North Shore Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aguirre J H: 933. North Shore Middle: 1,299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aguirre J H and North Shore Middle rank in Texas?
Aguirre J H is 1028th of 1,684 and North Shore Middle is 988th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).