Dickinson H S vs John and Shamarion Barber Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 900 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickinson H S
Dickinson · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,810 students
John and Shamarion Barber Middle
Dickinson · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
614 students
| Measure | Dickinson H S Dickinson, Texas | John and Shamarion Barber Middle Dickinson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #812 of 1,419 | #1655 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9080 of 16,910 | #23479 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 3,810 | 614 |
| Enrollment | 3,810 | 614 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.1% | 74.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 60% |
| city | Dickinson | Dickinson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John and Shamarion Barber Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.4 vs 47.4).
- •John and Shamarion Barber Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 54%).
- •John and Shamarion Barber Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Dickinson H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.1% vs 74.9%).
- •John and Shamarion Barber Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.2).
- •Dickinson H S is the larger school with 3,810 students compared with 614.
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 Dickinson H S better than John and Shamarion Barber Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John and Shamarion Barber Middle ranks higher (52.4 vs 47.4 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 Dickinson H S and John and Shamarion Barber Middle?
About 900 m in a straight line, between Dickinson and Dickinson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickinson H S: 3,810. John and Shamarion Barber Middle: 614. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickinson H S and John and Shamarion Barber Middle rank in Texas?
Dickinson H S is 812th of 1,419 and John and Shamarion Barber Middle is 1655th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).