Andrew Jackson Middle vs McDonald Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Andrew Jackson Middle
Grand Prairie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
787 students
McDonald Middle
Mesquite · Public middle · Grades 6–8
787 students
| Measure | Andrew Jackson Middle Grand Prairie, Texas | McDonald Middle Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1288 of 1,684 | #1275 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11019 of 15,369 | #10902 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 787 | 787 |
| Enrollment | 787 | 787 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.1% | 82.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 41% |
| city | Grand Prairie | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.2 vs 34.8).
- •McDonald Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Andrew Jackson Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •Andrew Jackson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.1% vs 82.2%).
- •McDonald Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.8).
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 Andrew Jackson Middle better than McDonald Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Andrew Jackson Middle and McDonald Middle?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Grand Prairie and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andrew Jackson Middle: 787. McDonald Middle: 787. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andrew Jackson Middle and McDonald Middle rank in Texas?
Andrew Jackson Middle is 1288th of 1,684 and McDonald Middle is 1275th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).