Commander William C McCool Academy vs Mackenzie Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Commander William C McCool Academy
Lubbock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
416 students
Mackenzie Middle
Lubbock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
| Measure | Commander William C McCool Academy Lubbock, Texas | Mackenzie Middle Lubbock, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #914 of 1,684 | #1478 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8733 of 15,369 | #12337 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 416 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 90.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Lubbock | Lubbock |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Commander William C McCool Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 27.8).
- •Commander William C McCool Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.5% vs 90.1%).
- •Mackenzie Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 16.0).
- •Commander William C McCool Academy is the larger school with 416 students compared with 413.
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 Commander William C McCool Academy better than Mackenzie Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Commander William C McCool Academy ranks higher (44.9 vs 27.8 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 Commander William C McCool Academy and Mackenzie Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Lubbock and Lubbock in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Commander William C McCool Academy: 416. Mackenzie Middle: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Commander William C McCool Academy and Mackenzie Middle rank in Texas?
Commander William C McCool Academy is 914th of 1,684 and Mackenzie Middle is 1478th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).