Dean Middle vs Northbrook Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dean Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,143 students
Northbrook Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
508 students
| Measure | Dean Middle Houston, Texas | Northbrook Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1141 of 1,684 | #1349 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #10135 of 15,369 | #11380 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,143 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 1,143 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 39% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dean Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 32.6).
- •Dean Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 39%).
- •Dean Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 28%).
- •Dean Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 96.9%).
- •Northbrook Middle does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.9).
- •Dean Middle is the larger school with 1,143 students compared with 508.
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 Dean Middle better than Northbrook Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dean Middle ranks higher (38.6 vs 32.6 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 Dean Middle and Northbrook Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dean Middle: 1,143. Northbrook Middle: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dean Middle and Northbrook Middle rank in Texas?
Dean Middle is 1141st of 1,684 and Northbrook Middle is 1349th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).