Alpine Middle vs Jim Ned Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 422 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpine Middle
Alpine · Public middle · Grades 5–8
244 students
Jim Ned Middle
Tuscola · Public middle · Grades 7–8
245 students
| Measure | Alpine Middle Alpine, Texas | Jim Ned Middle Tuscola, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #558 of 1,684 | #210 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #6099 of 15,369 | #2520 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 244 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 244 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52% | 15.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 63% |
| city | Alpine | Tuscola |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jim Ned Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 57.1).
- •Jim Ned Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 45%).
- •Jim Ned Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 48%).
- •Jim Ned Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.9% vs 52%).
- •Alpine Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 16.3).
- •Jim Ned Middle is the larger school with 245 students compared with 244.
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 Alpine Middle better than Jim Ned Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jim Ned Middle ranks higher (74.1 vs 57.1 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 Alpine Middle and Jim Ned Middle?
About 422 km in a straight line, between Alpine and Tuscola in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpine Middle: 244. Jim Ned Middle: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpine Middle and Jim Ned Middle rank in Texas?
Alpine Middle is 558th of 1,684 and Jim Ned Middle is 210th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).