Craig Middle vs Madison Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Craig Middle
Abilene · Public middle · Grades 6–8
771 students
Madison Middle
Abilene · Public middle · Grades 6–8
770 students
| Measure | Craig Middle Abilene, Texas | Madison Middle Abilene, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1103 of 1,684 | #984 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9905 of 15,369 | #9207 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 771 | 770 |
| Enrollment | 771 | 770 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 59.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 45% |
| city | Abilene | Abilene |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 39.6).
- •Madison Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Madison Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 35%).
- •Madison Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.9% vs 69%).
- •Craig Middle does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.0).
- •Craig Middle is the larger school with 771 students compared with 770.
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 Craig Middle better than Madison Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Madison Middle ranks higher (42.8 vs 39.6 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 Craig Middle and Madison Middle?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Abilene and Abilene in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Craig Middle: 771. Madison Middle: 770. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Craig Middle and Madison Middle rank in Texas?
Craig Middle is 1103rd of 1,684 and Madison Middle is 984th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).