Berta Cabaza Middle vs South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 586 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berta Cabaza Middle
San Benito · Public middle · Grades 6–8
695 students
South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy
San Benito · Public middle · Grades 6–8
781 students
| Measure | Berta Cabaza Middle San Benito, Texas | South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy San Benito, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1245 of 1,684 | #171 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #10700 of 15,369 | #2191 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 695 | 781 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 781 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 89% |
| city | San Benito | San Benito |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 35.7).
- •South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy does better on math proficiency (89% vs 39%).
- •South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 39%).
- •South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 80%).
- •Berta Cabaza Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.9).
- •South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy is the larger school with 781 students compared with 695.
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 Berta Cabaza Middle better than South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy?
On the Success Index (US), South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy ranks higher (76.0 vs 35.7 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 Berta Cabaza Middle and South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy?
About 586 m in a straight line, between San Benito and San Benito in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berta Cabaza Middle: 695. South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy: 781. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berta Cabaza Middle and South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy rank in Texas?
Berta Cabaza Middle is 1245th of 1,684 and South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy is 171st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).