Blanca E Sanchez vs Michael E Fossum Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 942 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blanca E Sanchez
McAllen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
502 students
Michael E Fossum Middle
McAllen · Public middle · Grades 6–8
791 students
| Measure | Blanca E Sanchez McAllen, Texas | Michael E Fossum Middle McAllen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1035 of 4,686 | #454 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #16829 of 50,301 | #5027 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 502 | 791 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 791 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 64% |
| city | McAllen | McAllen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.9 vs 62.1).
- •Blanca E Sanchez does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Blanca E Sanchez does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 60.2%).
- •Michael E Fossum Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.3).
- •Michael E Fossum Middle is the larger school with 791 students compared with 502.
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 Blanca E Sanchez better than Michael E Fossum 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 Blanca E Sanchez and Michael E Fossum Middle?
About 942 m in a straight line, between McAllen and McAllen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blanca E Sanchez: 502. Michael E Fossum Middle: 791. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blanca E Sanchez and Michael E Fossum Middle rank in Texas?
Blanca E Sanchez is 1035th of 4,686 and Michael E Fossum Middle is 454th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).