Central Middle vs Port Neches Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Nederland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
556 students
Port Neches Middle
Port Neches · Public middle · Grades 6–8
575 students
| Measure | Central Middle Nederland, Texas | Port Neches Middle Port Neches, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #633 of 1,684 | #423 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #6751 of 15,369 | #4645 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 556 | 575 |
| Enrollment | 556 | 575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| city | Nederland | Port Neches |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Port Neches Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.8 vs 54.1).
- •Port Neches Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Port Neches Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •Port Neches Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.5% vs 51.3%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.4).
- •Port Neches Middle is the larger school with 575 students compared with 556.
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 Middle better than Port Neches Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Port Neches Middle ranks higher (63.8 vs 54.1 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 Middle and Port Neches Middle?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Nederland and Port Neches in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 556. Port Neches Middle: 575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Port Neches Middle rank in Texas?
Central Middle is 633rd of 1,684 and Port Neches Middle is 423rd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).