Athens Middle vs South Athens El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens Middle
Athens · Public middle · Grades 6–8
660 students
South Athens El
Athens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
457 students
| Measure | Athens Middle Athens, Texas | South Athens El Athens, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1176 of 1,684 | #2064 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10315 of 15,369 | #27183 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 660 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 78.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 62% |
| city | Athens | Athens |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Athens El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 37.7).
- •South Athens El does better on math proficiency (62% vs 45%).
- •South Athens El does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Athens Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 78.8%).
- •Athens Middle does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.6).
- •Athens Middle is the larger school with 660 students compared with 457.
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 Athens Middle better than South Athens El?
On the Success Index (US), South Athens El ranks higher (47.0 vs 37.7 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 Athens Middle and South Athens El?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Athens and Athens in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Middle: 660. South Athens El: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Middle and South Athens El rank in Texas?
Athens Middle is 1176th of 1,684 and South Athens El is 2064th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).