Alamo J H vs Lamar El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alamo J H
Midland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
786 students
Lamar El
Midland · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
604 students
| Measure | Alamo J H Midland, Texas | Lamar El Midland, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1442 of 1,684 | #4310 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11996 of 15,369 | #43588 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 786 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 786 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.1% | 86.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 35% |
| city | Midland | Midland |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alamo J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 22.0).
- •Lamar El does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Alamo J H does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 28%).
- •Alamo J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.1% vs 86.1%).
- •Alamo J H is the larger school with 786 students compared with 604.
- •Alamo J H is a public school while Lamar El is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Alamo J H better than Lamar El?
On the Success Index (US), Alamo J H ranks higher (29.6 vs 22.0 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 Alamo J H and Lamar El?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Midland and Midland in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alamo J H: 786. Lamar El: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alamo J H and Lamar El rank in Texas?
Alamo J H is 1442nd of 1,684 and Lamar El is 4310th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).