E Merle Smith Middle vs Gilmer Int
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 581 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
E Merle Smith Middle
Sinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
425 students
Gilmer Int
Gilmer · Public middle · Grades 5–6
425 students
| Measure | E Merle Smith Middle Sinton, Texas | Gilmer Int Gilmer, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #964 of 1,684 | #1012 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9079 of 15,369 | #9425 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 425 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 64.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 43% |
| city | Sinton | Gilmer |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •E Merle Smith Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 41.8).
- •Gilmer Int does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Gilmer Int does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •E Merle Smith Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 64.2%).
- •E Merle Smith Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.7).
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 E Merle Smith Middle better than Gilmer Int?
On the Success Index (US), E Merle Smith Middle ranks higher (43.4 vs 41.8 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 E Merle Smith Middle and Gilmer Int?
About 581 km in a straight line, between Sinton and Gilmer in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
E Merle Smith Middle: 425. Gilmer Int: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do E Merle Smith Middle and Gilmer Int rank in Texas?
E Merle Smith Middle is 964th of 1,684 and Gilmer Int is 1012th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).