Alton Memorial J H vs Donna Shepard Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 710 km 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
Donna Shepard Academy
Mansfield · Public middle · Grades 5–6
819 students
| Measure | Alton Memorial J H Alton, Texas | Donna Shepard Academy Mansfield, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1156 of 1,684 | #404 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #10228 of 15,369 | #4482 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 819 | 819 |
| Enrollment | 819 | 819 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.7% | 57.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 71% |
| city | Alton | Mansfield |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donna Shepard Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.5 vs 38.2).
- •Donna Shepard Academy does better on math proficiency (71% vs 46%).
- •Donna Shepard Academy does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 36%).
- •Donna Shepard Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 93.7%).
- •Alton Memorial J H does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.2).
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 Donna Shepard Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Donna Shepard Academy ranks higher (64.5 vs 38.2 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 Donna Shepard Academy?
About 710 km in a straight line, between Alton and Mansfield in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton Memorial J H: 819. Donna Shepard Academy: 819. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton Memorial J H and Donna Shepard Academy rank in Texas?
Alton Memorial J H is 1156th of 1,684 and Donna Shepard Academy is 404th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).