Donna Wernecke El vs Michael E Fossum Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donna Wernecke El
McAllen · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
631 students
Michael E Fossum Middle
McAllen · Public middle · Grades 6–8
791 students
| Measure | Donna Wernecke El McAllen, Texas | Michael E Fossum Middle McAllen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1158 of 4,686 | #454 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #18452 of 50,301 | #5027 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 631 | 791 |
| Enrollment | 631 | 791 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.2% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 64% |
| city | McAllen | McAllen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Michael E Fossum Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.1 vs 59.6).
- •Michael E Fossum Middle does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 55%).
- •Michael E Fossum Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 64.2%).
- •Michael E Fossum Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.0).
- •Michael E Fossum Middle is the larger school with 791 students compared with 631.
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 Wernecke El better than Michael E Fossum Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Michael E Fossum Middle ranks higher (62.1 vs 59.6 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 Wernecke El and Michael E Fossum Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between McAllen and McAllen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donna Wernecke El: 631. Michael E Fossum Middle: 791. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donna Wernecke El and Michael E Fossum Middle rank in Texas?
Donna Wernecke El is 1158th of 4,686 and Michael E Fossum Middle is 454th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).