Dessau Middle vs STEAM Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 239 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dessau Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
596 students
STEAM Middle
Burleson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
595 students
| Measure | Dessau Middle Austin, Texas | STEAM Middle Burleson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1344 of 1,684 | #247 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11353 of 15,369 | #2917 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 596 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 26.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 59% |
| city | Austin | Burleson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEAM Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 32.7).
- •STEAM Middle does better on math proficiency (59% vs 31%).
- •STEAM Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 30%).
- •STEAM Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.6% vs 80.4%).
- •Dessau Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 16.5).
- •Dessau Middle is the larger school with 596 students compared with 595.
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 Dessau Middle better than STEAM Middle?
On the Success Index (US), STEAM Middle ranks higher (72.1 vs 32.7 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 Dessau Middle and STEAM Middle?
About 239 km in a straight line, between Austin and Burleson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dessau Middle: 596. STEAM Middle: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dessau Middle and STEAM Middle rank in Texas?
Dessau Middle is 1344th of 1,684 and STEAM Middle is 247th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).