Central Middle vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 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
Wilson Middle
Nederland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
678 students
| Measure | Central Middle Nederland, Texas | Wilson Middle Nederland, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #633 of 1,684 | #386 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #6751 of 15,369 | #4317 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 556 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 556 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 53% |
| city | Nederland | Nederland |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 54.1).
- •Wilson Middle does better on math proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 43%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 51.3%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.4).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 678 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 Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle ranks higher (65.4 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 Wilson Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Nederland and Nederland in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 556. Wilson Middle: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Wilson Middle rank in Texas?
Central Middle is 633rd of 1,684 and Wilson Middle is 386th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).