Central J H vs Hudson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central J H
Pollok · Public middle · Grades 5–8
451 students
Hudson Middle
Lufkin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
681 students
| Measure | Central J H Pollok, Texas | Hudson Middle Lufkin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #534 of 1,684 | #235 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #5902 of 15,369 | #2812 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 451 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 451 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.1% | 50.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 73% |
| city | Pollok | Lufkin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hudson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 58.0).
- •Hudson Middle does better on math proficiency (73% vs 59%).
- •Hudson Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 49%).
- •Hudson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 64.1%).
- •Hudson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.3).
- •Hudson Middle is the larger school with 681 students compared with 451.
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 J H better than Hudson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hudson Middle ranks higher (72.6 vs 58.0 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 Central J H and Hudson Middle?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Pollok and Lufkin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central J H: 451. Hudson Middle: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central J H and Hudson Middle rank in Texas?
Central J H is 534th of 1,684 and Hudson Middle is 235th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).