Denton Classical Academy vs McMath Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denton Classical Academy
Denton · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
190 students
McMath Middle
Denton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
644 students
| Measure | Denton Classical Academy Denton, Texas | McMath Middle Denton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1140 of 4,686 | #472 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #18256 of 50,301 | #5185 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 190 | 644 |
| Enrollment | 190 | 644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.9% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 50% |
| city | Denton | Denton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McMath Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.3 vs 59.9).
- •McMath Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •McMath Middle does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Denton Classical Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.9% vs 55%).
- •McMath Middle does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 11.9).
- •McMath Middle is the larger school with 644 students compared with 190.
- •Denton Classical Academy is a charter school while McMath Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Denton Classical Academy better than McMath Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McMath Middle ranks higher (61.3 vs 59.9 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 Denton Classical Academy and McMath Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Denton and Denton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denton Classical Academy: 190. McMath Middle: 644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denton Classical Academy and McMath Middle rank in Texas?
Denton Classical Academy is 1140th of 4,686 and McMath Middle is 472nd of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).