Cardiff J H vs Lake Belton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 219 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardiff J H
Katy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
803 students
Lake Belton Middle
Temple · Public middle · Grades 6–8
803 students
| Measure | Cardiff J H Katy, Texas | Lake Belton Middle Temple, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #854 of 1,684 | #491 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8286 of 15,369 | #5435 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 803 | 803 |
| Enrollment | 803 | 803 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.4% | 26.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| city | Katy | Temple |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Belton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.2 vs 47.0).
- •Lake Belton Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Lake Belton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.2% vs 82.4%).
- •Cardiff J H does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.4).
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 Cardiff J H better than Lake Belton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Belton Middle ranks higher (60.2 vs 47.0 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 Cardiff J H and Lake Belton Middle?
About 219 km in a straight line, between Katy and Temple in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cardiff J H: 803. Lake Belton Middle: 803. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cardiff J H and Lake Belton Middle rank in Texas?
Cardiff J H is 854th of 1,684 and Lake Belton Middle is 491st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).