Carter J H vs Rasco Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 440 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carter J H
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 7–8
735 students
Rasco Middle
Lake Jackson · Public middle · Grades 5–6
735 students
| Measure | Carter J H Arlington, Texas | Rasco Middle Lake Jackson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1363 of 1,684 | #669 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11466 of 15,369 | #7046 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 735 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 735 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.8% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| city | Arlington | Lake Jackson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rasco Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 32.2).
- •Rasco Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Rasco Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 33%).
- •Rasco Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 92.8%).
- •Carter J H does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.0).
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 Carter J H better than Rasco Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rasco Middle ranks higher (52.8 vs 32.2 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 Carter J H and Rasco Middle?
About 440 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Lake Jackson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carter J H: 735. Rasco Middle: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carter J H and Rasco Middle rank in Texas?
Carter J H is 1363rd of 1,684 and Rasco Middle is 669th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).