Dekalb H S vs James L Germany Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 600 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dekalb H S
Dekalb · Public high · Grades 9–12
277 students
James L Germany Middle
Dekalb · Public middle · Grades 5–8
270 students
| Measure | Dekalb H S Dekalb, Texas | James L Germany Middle Dekalb, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1128 of 1,419 | #861 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11838 of 16,910 | #8356 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 277 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.4% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 44% |
| city | Dekalb | Dekalb |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James L Germany Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 36.5).
- •James L Germany Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 24.5%).
- •Dekalb H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.4% vs 62.2%).
- •Dekalb H S does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.3).
- •Dekalb H S is the larger school with 277 students compared with 270.
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 Dekalb H S better than James L Germany Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James L Germany Middle ranks higher (46.7 vs 36.5 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 Dekalb H S and James L Germany Middle?
About 600 m in a straight line, between Dekalb and Dekalb in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dekalb H S: 277. James L Germany Middle: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dekalb H S and James L Germany Middle rank in Texas?
Dekalb H S is 1128th of 1,419 and James L Germany Middle is 861st of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).