Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle vs Handley STEM El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 254 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle
Garland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,056 students
Handley STEM El
Garland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
563 students
| Measure | Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle Garland, Texas | Handley STEM El Garland, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #465 of 1,684 | #3902 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #5154 of 15,369 | #39966 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,056 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 1,056 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.1% | 88.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Garland | Garland |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.4 vs 27.7).
- •Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.1% vs 88.1%).
- •Handley STEM El does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.2).
- •Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle is the larger school with 1,056 students compared with 563.
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 Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle better than Handley STEM El?
On the Success Index (US), Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle ranks higher (61.4 vs 27.7 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 Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle and Handley STEM El?
About 254 m in a straight line, between Garland and Garland in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle: 1,056. Handley STEM El: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle and Handley STEM El rank in Texas?
Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle is 465th of 1,684 and Handley STEM El is 3902nd of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).