DR Ronald E McNair J H vs Nolan Ryan J H
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DR Ronald E McNair J H
Pearland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,034 students
Nolan Ryan J H
Pearland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
777 students
| Measure | DR Ronald E McNair J H Pearland, Texas | Nolan Ryan J H Pearland, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #280 of 1,684 | #293 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3317 of 15,369 | #3480 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,034 | 777 |
| Enrollment | 1,034 | 777 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 63% |
| city | Pearland | Pearland |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.1 vs 69.4).
- •Nolan Ryan J H does better on math proficiency (63% vs 59%).
- •DR Ronald E McNair J H does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •DR Ronald E McNair J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26% vs 36.9%).
- •Nolan Ryan J H does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.5).
- •DR Ronald E McNair J H is the larger school with 1,034 students compared with 777.
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 Ronald E McNair J H better than Nolan Ryan J H?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are DR Ronald E McNair J H and Nolan Ryan J H?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Pearland and Pearland in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DR Ronald E McNair J H: 1,034. Nolan Ryan J H: 777. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DR Ronald E McNair J H and Nolan Ryan J H rank in Texas?
DR Ronald E McNair J H is 280th of 1,684 and Nolan Ryan J H is 293rd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).