Alto Middle vs Rusk J H
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alto Middle
Alto · Public middle · Grades 5–8
152 students
Rusk J H
Rusk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
458 students
| Measure | Alto Middle Alto, Texas | Rusk J H Rusk, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #856 of 1,684 | #670 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8320 of 15,369 | #7047 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 152 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| city | Alto | Rusk |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rusk J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 46.8).
- •Rusk J H does better on math proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Alto Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Rusk J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 80.9%).
- •Alto Middle does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.7).
- •Rusk J H is the larger school with 458 students compared with 152.
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 Alto Middle better than Rusk J H?
On the Success Index (US), Rusk J H ranks higher (52.8 vs 46.8 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 Alto Middle and Rusk J H?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Alto and Rusk in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alto Middle: 152. Rusk J H: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alto Middle and Rusk J H rank in Texas?
Alto Middle is 856th of 1,684 and Rusk J H is 670th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).