Alto Middle vs Tornillo J H
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1043 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
Tornillo J H
Tornillo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
150 students
| Measure | Alto Middle Alto, Texas | Tornillo J H Tornillo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #856 of 1,684 | #1496 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8320 of 15,369 | #12482 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 152 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 34% |
| city | Alto | Tornillo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alto Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 27.1).
- •Alto Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 34%).
- •Alto Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 29%).
- •Alto Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.9% vs 90%).
- •Alto Middle does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.6).
- •Alto Middle is the larger school with 152 students compared with 150.
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 Tornillo J H?
On the Success Index (US), Alto Middle ranks higher (46.8 vs 27.1 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 Alto Middle and Tornillo J H?
About 1043 km in a straight line, between Alto and Tornillo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alto Middle: 152. Tornillo J H: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alto Middle and Tornillo J H rank in Texas?
Alto Middle is 856th of 1,684 and Tornillo J H is 1496th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).