Bear Branch J H vs Cedric C Smith
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bear Branch J H
Magnolia · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,119 students
Cedric C Smith
Magnolia · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
738 students
| Measure | Bear Branch J H Magnolia, Texas | Cedric C Smith Magnolia, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 1,684 | #1620 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #3208 of 15,369 | #23231 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,119 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 1,119 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 51% |
| city | Magnolia | Magnolia |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bear Branch J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 52.7).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on math proficiency (63% vs 51%).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 48%).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 57%).
- •Cedric C Smith does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.7).
- •Bear Branch J H is the larger school with 1,119 students compared with 738.
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 Bear Branch J H better than Cedric C Smith?
On the Success Index (US), Bear Branch J H ranks higher (70.6 vs 52.7 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 Bear Branch J H and Cedric C Smith?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Magnolia and Magnolia in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bear Branch J H: 1,119. Cedric C Smith: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bear Branch J H and Cedric C Smith rank in Texas?
Bear Branch J H is 268th of 1,684 and Cedric C Smith is 1620th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).