Bailey Middle vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 312 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bailey Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
785 students
Central Middle
Galveston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
785 students
| Measure | Bailey Middle Austin, Texas | Central Middle Galveston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 1,684 | #1444 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #4202 of 15,369 | #12013 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 785 | 785 |
| Enrollment | 785 | 785 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 79.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 34% |
| city | Austin | Galveston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bailey Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 29.5).
- •Bailey Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 34%).
- •Bailey Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 30%).
- •Bailey Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 79.5%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.0).
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 Bailey Middle better than Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Bailey Middle ranks higher (65.8 vs 29.5 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 Bailey Middle and Central Middle?
About 312 km in a straight line, between Austin and Galveston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bailey Middle: 785. Central Middle: 785. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bailey Middle and Central Middle rank in Texas?
Bailey Middle is 373rd of 1,684 and Central Middle is 1444th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).