Decker Middle vs Garcia Ymla
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decker Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
606 students
Garcia Ymla
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
255 students
| Measure | Decker Middle Austin, Texas | Garcia Ymla Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1401 of 1,684 | #1443 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11689 of 15,369 | #11998 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 606 | 255 |
| Enrollment | 606 | 255 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 95.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 34% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Decker Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.2 vs 29.6).
- •Garcia Ymla does better on math proficiency (34% vs 29%).
- •Decker Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Decker Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 95.7%).
- •Garcia Ymla does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.6).
- •Decker Middle is the larger school with 606 students compared with 255.
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 Decker Middle better than Garcia Ymla?
On the Success Index (US), Decker Middle ranks higher (31.2 vs 29.6 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 Decker Middle and Garcia Ymla?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decker Middle: 606. Garcia Ymla: 255. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decker Middle and Garcia Ymla rank in Texas?
Decker Middle is 1401st of 1,684 and Garcia Ymla is 1443rd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).