Bobby Shaw Middle vs Wilkinson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 370 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bobby Shaw Middle
Pasadena · Public middle · Grades 5–6
655 students
Wilkinson Middle
Mesquite · Public middle · Grades 6–8
655 students
| Measure | Bobby Shaw Middle Pasadena, Texas | Wilkinson Middle Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1541 of 1,684 | #825 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12888 of 15,369 | #8108 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 655 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 60% |
| city | Pasadena | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilkinson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 24.8).
- •Wilkinson Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 29%).
- •Wilkinson Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 29%).
- •Wilkinson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.5% vs 93.4%).
- •Wilkinson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.6).
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 Bobby Shaw Middle better than Wilkinson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilkinson Middle ranks higher (47.9 vs 24.8 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 Bobby Shaw Middle and Wilkinson Middle?
About 370 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bobby Shaw Middle: 655. Wilkinson Middle: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bobby Shaw Middle and Wilkinson Middle rank in Texas?
Bobby Shaw Middle is 1541st of 1,684 and Wilkinson Middle is 825th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).