Black Middle vs Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,364 students
Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
151 students
| Measure | Black Middle Houston, Texas | Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #718 of 1,684 | #4656 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #7444 of 15,369 | #48789 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,364 | 151 |
| Enrollment | 1,364 | 151 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 17% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Black Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.9 vs 12.2).
- •Black Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 17%).
- •Black Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 22%).
- •Black Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 100%).
- •Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 19.8).
- •Black Middle is the larger school with 1,364 students compared with 151.
- •Black Middle is a public school while Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Black Middle better than Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell?
On the Success Index (US), Black Middle ranks higher (50.9 vs 12.2 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 Black Middle and Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Middle: 1,364. Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell: 151. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Middle and Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell rank in Texas?
Black Middle is 718th of 1,684 and Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Tidwell is 4656th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).