Donna Shepard Academy vs J W Williams Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donna Shepard Academy
Mansfield · Public middle · Grades 5–6
819 students
J W Williams Middle
Rockwall · Public middle · Grades 7–8
819 students
| Measure | Donna Shepard Academy Mansfield, Texas | J W Williams Middle Rockwall, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #404 of 1,684 | #101 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #4482 of 15,369 | #1343 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 819 | 819 |
| Enrollment | 819 | 819 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 76% |
| city | Mansfield | Rockwall |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J W Williams Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.9 vs 64.5).
- •J W Williams Middle does better on math proficiency (76% vs 71%).
- •J W Williams Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 56%).
- •J W Williams Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 57.4%).
- •Donna Shepard Academy does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.8).
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 Donna Shepard Academy better than J W Williams Middle?
On the Success Index (US), J W Williams Middle ranks higher (80.9 vs 64.5 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 Donna Shepard Academy and J W Williams Middle?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Mansfield and Rockwall in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donna Shepard Academy: 819. J W Williams Middle: 819. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donna Shepard Academy and J W Williams Middle rank in Texas?
Donna Shepard Academy is 404th of 1,684 and J W Williams Middle is 101st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).