Alton Memorial J H vs Cantu El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 835 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alton Memorial J H
Alton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
819 students
Cantu El
Alton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
521 students
| Measure | Alton Memorial J H Alton, Texas | Cantu El Alton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1156 of 1,684 | #3149 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10228 of 15,369 | #34866 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 819 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 819 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.7% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 43% |
| city | Alton | Alton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alton Memorial J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 35.6).
- •Alton Memorial J H does better on math proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Cantu El does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 36%).
- •Cantu El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.2% vs 93.7%).
- •Alton Memorial J H does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 17.4).
- •Alton Memorial J H is the larger school with 819 students compared with 521.
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 Alton Memorial J H better than Cantu El?
On the Success Index (US), Alton Memorial J H ranks higher (38.2 vs 35.6 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 Alton Memorial J H and Cantu El?
About 835 m in a straight line, between Alton and Alton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton Memorial J H: 819. Cantu El: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton Memorial J H and Cantu El rank in Texas?
Alton Memorial J H is 1156th of 1,684 and Cantu El is 3149th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).