Central El vs Perry Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central El
Carrollton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
455 students
Perry Middle
Carrollton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
825 students
| Measure | Central El Carrollton, Texas | Perry Middle Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3523 of 4,686 | #785 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #37332 of 50,301 | #7884 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 455 | 825 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 825 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 56% |
| city | Carrollton | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Perry Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.9 vs 31.8).
- •Perry Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 35%).
- •Perry Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 35%).
- •Perry Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 87.9%).
- •Central El does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.5).
- •Perry Middle is the larger school with 825 students compared with 455.
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 Central El better than Perry Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Perry Middle ranks higher (48.9 vs 31.8 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 Central El and Perry Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central El: 455. Perry Middle: 825. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central El and Perry Middle rank in Texas?
Central El is 3523rd of 4,686 and Perry Middle is 785th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).