Clifton Middle vs Drew Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifton Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
363 students
Drew Academy
Houston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
363 students
| Measure | Clifton Middle Houston, Texas | Drew Academy Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1636 of 1,684 | #919 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #13813 of 15,369 | #8784 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 363 | 363 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 85.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 40% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Drew Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 19.8).
- •Drew Academy does better on math proficiency (40% vs 26%).
- •Drew Academy does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 27%).
- •Drew Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.1% vs 98.9%).
- •Drew Academy does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 14.5).
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 Clifton Middle better than Drew Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Drew Academy ranks higher (44.7 vs 19.8 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 Clifton Middle and Drew Academy?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifton Middle: 363. Drew Academy: 363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifton Middle and Drew Academy rank in Texas?
Clifton Middle is 1636th of 1,684 and Drew Academy is 919th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).