Eastern Hills Middle vs Nichols J H
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 195 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastern Hills Middle
Harker Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
585 students
Nichols J H
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 7–8
586 students
| Measure | Eastern Hills Middle Harker Heights, Texas | Nichols J H Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1197 of 1,684 | #1225 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #10446 of 15,369 | #10609 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 585 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.3% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| city | Harker Heights | Arlington |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.0 vs 36.2).
- •Eastern Hills Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Nichols J H does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Eastern Hills Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 84.8%).
- •Nichols J H does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.8).
- •Nichols J H is the larger school with 586 students compared with 585.
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 Eastern Hills Middle better than Nichols 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 Eastern Hills Middle and Nichols J H?
About 195 km in a straight line, between Harker Heights and Arlington in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastern Hills Middle: 585. Nichols J H: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastern Hills Middle and Nichols J H rank in Texas?
Eastern Hills Middle is 1197th of 1,684 and Nichols J H is 1225th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).