Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad vs Jackson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad
Dallas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
808 students
Jackson Middle
Forney · Public middle · Grades 7–8
807 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad Dallas, Texas | Jackson Middle Forney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1395 of 1,684 | #792 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11635 of 15,369 | #7915 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 808 | 807 |
| Enrollment | 808 | 807 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.8% | 57.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | Dallas | Forney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 31.4).
- •Jackson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 90.8%).
- •Jackson Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.5).
- •Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad is the larger school with 808 students compared with 807.
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 Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad better than Jackson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Middle ranks higher (48.7 vs 31.4 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 Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad and Jackson Middle?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Forney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad: 808. Jackson Middle: 807. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad and Jackson Middle rank in Texas?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Acad is 1395th of 1,684 and Jackson Middle is 792nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).