Coakley Middle vs Vernon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coakley Middle
Harlingen · Public middle · Grades 6–8
687 students
Vernon Middle
Harlingen · Public middle · Grades 6–8
631 students
| Measure | Coakley Middle Harlingen, Texas | Vernon Middle Harlingen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #779 of 1,684 | #1049 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #7824 of 15,369 | #9630 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 687 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 86.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | Harlingen | Harlingen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Coakley Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 40.9).
- •Coakley Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Coakley Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Coakley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 86.5%).
- •Vernon Middle does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.7).
- •Coakley Middle is the larger school with 687 students compared with 631.
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 Coakley Middle better than Vernon Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Coakley Middle ranks higher (49.1 vs 40.9 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 Coakley Middle and Vernon Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Harlingen and Harlingen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coakley Middle: 687. Vernon Middle: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coakley Middle and Vernon Middle rank in Texas?
Coakley Middle is 779th of 1,684 and Vernon Middle is 1049th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).