Bedford J H vs Bell H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford J H
Bedford · Public middle · Grades 7–9
968 students
Bell H S
Hurst · Public high · Grades 10–12
2,411 students
| Measure | Bedford J H Bedford, Texas | Bell H S Hurst, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 1,684 | #1333 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #2091 of 15,369 | #14067 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 968 | 2,411 |
| Enrollment | 968 | 2,411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 24.5% |
| city | Bedford | Hurst |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bedford J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 26.5).
- •Bedford J H does better on math proficiency (80% vs 24.5%).
- •Bedford J H does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 17%).
- •Bedford J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 51%).
- •Bell H S does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.6).
- •Bell H S is the larger school with 2,411 students compared with 968.
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 Bedford J H better than Bell H S?
On the Success Index (US), Bedford J H ranks higher (76.4 vs 26.5 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 Bedford J H and Bell H S?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bedford and Hurst in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bedford J H: 968. Bell H S: 2,411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bedford J H and Bell H S rank in Texas?
Bedford J H is 164th of 1,684 and Bell H S is 1333rd of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).