Athens Middle vs Vela Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 706 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
Vela Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Athens Middle Athens, Texas | Vela Middle Brownsville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1176 of 1,684 | #754 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #10315 of 15,369 | #7657 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 660 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 54% |
| city | Athens | Brownsville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vela Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 37.7).
- •Vela Middle does better on math proficiency (54% vs 45%).
- •Vela Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 38%).
- •Athens Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 82.8%).
- •Vela Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.1).
- •Athens Middle is the larger school with 660 students compared with 658.
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 Vela Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Vela Middle ranks higher (50.0 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 Vela Middle?
About 706 km in a straight line, between Athens and Brownsville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Middle: 660. Vela Middle: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Middle and Vela Middle rank in Texas?
Athens Middle is 1176th of 1,684 and Vela Middle is 754th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).