Clifton Middle vs Hoffman Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 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
Hoffman Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
643 students
| Measure | Clifton Middle Houston, Texas | Hoffman Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1636 of 1,684 | #1221 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #13813 of 15,369 | #10588 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 363 | 643 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 643 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 39% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hoffman Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 19.8).
- •Hoffman Middle does better on math proficiency (39% vs 26%).
- •Hoffman Middle does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Hoffman Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 98.9%).
- •Hoffman Middle does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.5).
- •Hoffman Middle is the larger school with 643 students compared with 363.
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 Hoffman Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hoffman Middle ranks higher (36.3 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 Hoffman Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifton Middle: 363. Hoffman Middle: 643. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifton Middle and Hoffman Middle rank in Texas?
Clifton Middle is 1636th of 1,684 and Hoffman Middle is 1221st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).