Bettye Myers Middle vs Cathey Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 780 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bettye Myers Middle
Shady Shores · Public middle · Grades 6–8
827 students
Cathey Middle
McAllen · Public middle · Grades 6–8
827 students
| Measure | Bettye Myers Middle Shady Shores, Texas | Cathey Middle McAllen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #783 of 1,684 | #436 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #7865 of 15,369 | #4813 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 827 | 827 |
| Enrollment | 827 | 827 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62% | 70% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 69% |
| city | Shady Shores | McAllen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cathey Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 48.9).
- •Cathey Middle does better on math proficiency (69% vs 44%).
- •Cathey Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 44%).
- •Bettye Myers Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62% vs 70%).
- •Bettye Myers Middle does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 15.6).
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 Bettye Myers Middle better than Cathey Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cathey Middle ranks higher (63.0 vs 48.9 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 Bettye Myers Middle and Cathey Middle?
About 780 km in a straight line, between Shady Shores and McAllen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bettye Myers Middle: 827. Cathey Middle: 827. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bettye Myers Middle and Cathey Middle rank in Texas?
Bettye Myers Middle is 783rd of 1,684 and Cathey Middle is 436th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).