Applied Learning Acad vs McLean Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Applied Learning Acad
Fort Worth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
330 students
McLean Middle
Fort Worth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
757 students
| Measure | Applied Learning Acad Fort Worth, Texas | McLean Middle Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #536 of 1,684 | #749 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #5916 of 15,369 | #7590 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 330 | 757 |
| Enrollment | 330 | 757 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.9% | 59.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 45% |
| city | Fort Worth | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Applied Learning Acad scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.9 vs 50.3).
- •McLean Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Applied Learning Acad does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 52%).
- •Applied Learning Acad does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.9% vs 59.7%).
- •Applied Learning Acad does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 16.1).
- •McLean Middle is the larger school with 757 students compared with 330.
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 Applied Learning Acad better than McLean Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Applied Learning Acad ranks higher (57.9 vs 50.3 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 Applied Learning Acad and McLean Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Fort Worth and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Applied Learning Acad: 330. McLean Middle: 757. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Applied Learning Acad and McLean Middle rank in Texas?
Applied Learning Acad is 536th of 1,684 and McLean Middle is 749th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).