B L Garza Middle vs South Texas ISD World Scholars
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B L Garza Middle
Edinburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,035 students
South Texas ISD World Scholars
Edinburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
403 students
| Measure | B L Garza Middle Edinburg, Texas | South Texas ISD World Scholars Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #581 of 1,684 | #277 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #6309 of 15,369 | #3996 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,035 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 1,035 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 61.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 82% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Texas ISD World Scholars scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.3 vs 56.1).
- •South Texas ISD World Scholars does better on math proficiency (82% vs 58%).
- •South Texas ISD World Scholars does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 49%).
- •South Texas ISD World Scholars does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.3% vs 78.6%).
- •B L Garza Middle does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •B L Garza Middle is the larger school with 1,035 students compared with 403.
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 B L Garza Middle better than South Texas ISD World Scholars?
On the Success Index (US), South Texas ISD World Scholars ranks higher (67.3 vs 56.1 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 B L Garza Middle and South Texas ISD World Scholars?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B L Garza Middle: 1,035. South Texas ISD World Scholars: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B L Garza Middle and South Texas ISD World Scholars rank in Texas?
B L Garza Middle is 581st of 1,684 and South Texas ISD World Scholars is 277th of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).