DR Javier Saenz Middle vs Irene M Garcia Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DR Javier Saenz Middle
Penitas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
601 students
Irene M Garcia Middle
Mission · Public middle · Grades 6–8
601 students
| Measure | DR Javier Saenz Middle Penitas, Texas | Irene M Garcia Middle Mission, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1494 of 1,684 | #1006 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12465 of 15,369 | #9383 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 601 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 86.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 50% |
| city | Penitas | Mission |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irene M Garcia Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.0 vs 27.1).
- •Irene M Garcia Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 39%).
- •Irene M Garcia Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 23%).
- •Irene M Garcia Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.4% vs 98.5%).
- •DR Javier Saenz Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.3).
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 DR Javier Saenz Middle better than Irene M Garcia Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Irene M Garcia Middle ranks higher (42.0 vs 27.1 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 DR Javier Saenz Middle and Irene M Garcia Middle?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Penitas and Mission in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DR Javier Saenz Middle: 601. Irene M Garcia Middle: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DR Javier Saenz Middle and Irene M Garcia Middle rank in Texas?
DR Javier Saenz Middle is 1494th of 1,684 and Irene M Garcia Middle is 1006th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).