Craig Middle vs Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 282 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
Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet
Richardson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
771 students
| Measure | Craig Middle Abilene, Texas | Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet Richardson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1103 of 1,684 | #394 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9905 of 15,369 | #4363 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 771 | 771 |
| Enrollment | 771 | 771 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 48.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 55% |
| city | Abilene | Richardson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 39.6).
- •Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet does better on math proficiency (55% vs 44%).
- •Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 35%).
- •Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.2% vs 69%).
- •Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet does better on students per teacher (14.3 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 Craig Middle better than Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet ranks higher (65.1 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 Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet?
About 282 km in a straight line, between Abilene and Richardson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Craig Middle: 771. Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet: 771. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Craig Middle and Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet rank in Texas?
Craig Middle is 1103rd of 1,684 and Richardson West Technology and Arts Magnet is 394th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).