Besteiro Middle vs San Benito Riverside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Besteiro Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
558 students
San Benito Riverside Middle
San Benito · Public middle · Grades 6–8
558 students
| Measure | Besteiro Middle Brownsville, Texas | San Benito Riverside Middle San Benito, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1293 of 1,684 | #1291 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11037 of 15,369 | #11033 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 558 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 90.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 39% |
| city | Brownsville | San Benito |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.1 vs 34.2).
- •Besteiro Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •San Benito Riverside Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 32%).
- •San Benito Riverside Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.1% vs 94.4%).
- •Besteiro Middle does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.0).
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 Besteiro Middle better than San Benito Riverside Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Besteiro Middle and San Benito Riverside Middle?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and San Benito in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Besteiro Middle: 558. San Benito Riverside Middle: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Besteiro Middle and San Benito Riverside Middle rank in Texas?
Besteiro Middle is 1293rd of 1,684 and San Benito Riverside Middle is 1291st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).