Bear Branch J H vs Wayside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 343 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
Wayside Middle
Fort Worth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,119 students
| Measure | Bear Branch J H Magnolia, Texas | Wayside Middle Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 1,684 | #520 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3208 of 15,369 | #5728 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,119 | 1,119 |
| Enrollment | 1,119 | 1,119 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 39.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 51% |
| city | Magnolia | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bear Branch J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 58.9).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on math proficiency (63% vs 51%).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 54%).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 39.1%).
- •Bear Branch J H does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 18.0).
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 Bear Branch J H better than Wayside Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Bear Branch J H ranks higher (70.6 vs 58.9 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 Wayside Middle?
About 343 km in a straight line, between Magnolia and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bear Branch J H: 1,119. Wayside Middle: 1,119. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bear Branch J H and Wayside Middle rank in Texas?
Bear Branch J H is 268th of 1,684 and Wayside Middle is 520th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).