Calhoun Middle vs Strickland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calhoun Middle
Denton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
852 students
Strickland Middle
Denton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
956 students
| Measure | Calhoun Middle Denton, Texas | Strickland Middle Denton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #844 of 1,684 | #901 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8222 of 15,369 | #8639 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 852 | 956 |
| Enrollment | 852 | 956 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 65.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 42% |
| city | Denton | Denton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calhoun Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 45.4).
- •Calhoun Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Strickland Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 43%).
- •Calhoun Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 65.7%).
- •Calhoun Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.9).
- •Strickland Middle is the larger school with 956 students compared with 852.
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 Calhoun Middle better than Strickland Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Calhoun Middle ranks higher (47.3 vs 45.4 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 Calhoun Middle and Strickland Middle?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Denton and Denton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calhoun Middle: 852. Strickland Middle: 956. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calhoun Middle and Strickland Middle rank in Texas?
Calhoun Middle is 844th of 1,684 and Strickland Middle is 901st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).