Chapel Hill J H vs E Merle Smith Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 526 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapel Hill J H
Tyler · Public middle · Grades 7–8
426 students
E Merle Smith Middle
Sinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
425 students
| Measure | Chapel Hill J H Tyler, Texas | E Merle Smith Middle Sinton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1206 of 1,684 | #964 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #10520 of 15,369 | #9079 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 426 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.7% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Tyler | Sinton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •E Merle Smith Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 36.6).
- •E Merle Smith Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Chapel Hill J H does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •E Merle Smith Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 81.7%).
- •Chapel Hill J H does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.5).
- •Chapel Hill J H is the larger school with 426 students compared with 425.
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 Chapel Hill J H better than E Merle Smith Middle?
On the Success Index (US), E Merle Smith Middle ranks higher (43.4 vs 36.6 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 Chapel Hill J H and E Merle Smith Middle?
About 526 km in a straight line, between Tyler and Sinton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapel Hill J H: 426. E Merle Smith Middle: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapel Hill J H and E Merle Smith Middle rank in Texas?
Chapel Hill J H is 1206th of 1,684 and E Merle Smith Middle is 964th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).