Blocker Middle vs Cunningham Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blocker Middle
Texas City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
802 students
Cunningham Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
802 students
| Measure | Blocker Middle Texas City, Texas | Cunningham Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #719 of 1,684 | #840 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #7445 of 15,369 | #8185 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 802 | 802 |
| Enrollment | 802 | 802 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 88.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 54% |
| city | Texas City | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blocker Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.9 vs 47.5).
- •Blocker Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Blocker Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.4% vs 88.7%).
- •Cunningham Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.8).
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 Blocker Middle better than Cunningham Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Blocker Middle ranks higher (50.9 vs 47.5 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 Blocker Middle and Cunningham Middle?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Texas City and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blocker Middle: 802. Cunningham Middle: 802. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blocker Middle and Cunningham Middle rank in Texas?
Blocker Middle is 719th of 1,684 and Cunningham Middle is 840th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).