Arnold Middle vs Cook Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 8.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold Middle
Cypress · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,376 students
Cook Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,375 students
| Measure | Arnold Middle Cypress, Texas | Cook Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #489 of 1,684 | #617 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #5428 of 15,369 | #6596 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,376 | 1,375 |
| Enrollment | 1,376 | 1,375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 60% |
| city | Cypress | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arnold Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.2 vs 54.8).
- •Arnold Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 60%).
- •Cook Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 53%).
- •Arnold Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 67.6%).
- •Arnold Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 17.0).
- •Arnold Middle is the larger school with 1,376 students compared with 1,375.
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 Arnold Middle better than Cook Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Arnold Middle ranks higher (60.2 vs 54.8 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 Arnold Middle and Cook Middle?
About 8.8 km in a straight line, between Cypress and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold Middle: 1,376. Cook Middle: 1,375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold Middle and Cook Middle rank in Texas?
Arnold Middle is 489th of 1,684 and Cook Middle is 617th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).