Decatur H S vs McCarroll Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decatur H S
Decatur · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,163 students
McCarroll Middle
Decatur · Public middle · Grades 6–8
838 students
| Measure | Decatur H S Decatur, Texas | McCarroll Middle Decatur, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #712 of 1,419 | #566 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8125 of 16,910 | #6150 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,163 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 1,163 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 45.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 54% |
| city | Decatur | Decatur |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCarroll Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 51.0).
- •McCarroll Middle does better on math proficiency (54% vs 43%).
- •Decatur H S does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 48%).
- •Decatur H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.5% vs 45.5%).
- •McCarroll Middle does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.9).
- •Decatur H S is the larger school with 1,163 students compared with 838.
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 Decatur H S better than McCarroll Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McCarroll Middle ranks higher (56.9 vs 51.0 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 Decatur H S and McCarroll Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Decatur and Decatur in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decatur H S: 1,163. McCarroll Middle: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decatur H S and McCarroll Middle rank in Texas?
Decatur H S is 712th of 1,419 and McCarroll Middle is 566th of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).