Barwise Middle vs McNiel Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barwise Middle
Wichita Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,164 students
McNiel Middle
Wichita Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
996 students
| Measure | Barwise Middle Wichita Falls, Texas | McNiel Middle Wichita Falls, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1322 of 1,684 | #562 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11221 of 15,369 | #6134 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,164 | 996 |
| Enrollment | 1,164 | 996 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 56% |
| city | Wichita Falls | Wichita Falls |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McNiel Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 33.3).
- •McNiel Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •McNiel Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 34%).
- •McNiel Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 71.7%).
- •McNiel Middle does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.6).
- •Barwise Middle is the larger school with 1,164 students compared with 996.
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 Barwise Middle better than McNiel Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McNiel Middle ranks higher (57.0 vs 33.3 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 Barwise Middle and McNiel Middle?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Wichita Falls and Wichita Falls in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barwise Middle: 1,164. McNiel Middle: 996. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barwise Middle and McNiel Middle rank in Texas?
Barwise Middle is 1322nd of 1,684 and McNiel Middle is 562nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).