Dowell Middle vs Leonard Evans JR Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dowell Middle
McKinney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
995 students
Leonard Evans JR Middle
McKinney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
798 students
| Measure | Dowell Middle McKinney, Texas | Leonard Evans JR Middle McKinney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #73 of 1,684 | #192 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #998 of 15,369 | #2410 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 995 | 798 |
| Enrollment | 995 | 798 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.4% | 39.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 69% |
| city | McKinney | McKinney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dowell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 74.7).
- •Dowell Middle does better on math proficiency (78% vs 69%).
- •Dowell Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Dowell Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.4% vs 39.6%).
- •Leonard Evans JR Middle does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.2).
- •Dowell Middle is the larger school with 995 students compared with 798.
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 Dowell Middle better than Leonard Evans JR Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dowell Middle ranks higher (83.2 vs 74.7 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 Dowell Middle and Leonard Evans JR Middle?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between McKinney and McKinney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dowell Middle: 995. Leonard Evans JR Middle: 798. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dowell Middle and Leonard Evans JR Middle rank in Texas?
Dowell Middle is 73rd of 1,684 and Leonard Evans JR Middle is 192nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).