Bussey Middle vs Mata Int
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 374 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bussey Middle
Garland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
753 students
Mata Int
Houston · Public middle · Grades 5–6
753 students
| Measure | Bussey Middle Garland, Texas | Mata Int Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1522 of 1,684 | #1437 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12753 of 15,369 | #11946 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 753 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 753 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.6% | 90.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 33% |
| city | Garland | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mata Int scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 25.5).
- •Bussey Middle does better on math proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Mata Int does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Mata Int does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 93.6%).
- •Mata Int does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.2).
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 Bussey Middle better than Mata Int?
On the Success Index (US), Mata Int ranks higher (29.9 vs 25.5 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 Bussey Middle and Mata Int?
About 374 km in a straight line, between Garland and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bussey Middle: 753. Mata Int: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bussey Middle and Mata Int rank in Texas?
Bussey Middle is 1522nd of 1,684 and Mata Int is 1437th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).