Edison Middle vs Giddings Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 165 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
388 students
Giddings Middle
Giddings · Public middle · Grades 6–8
389 students
| Measure | Edison Middle Houston, Texas | Giddings Middle Giddings, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1555 of 1,684 | #806 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #13043 of 15,369 | #7978 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| city | Houston | Giddings |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Giddings Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 23.9).
- •Giddings Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Giddings Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 24%).
- •Giddings Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 99.7%).
- •Edison Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.0).
- •Giddings Middle is the larger school with 389 students compared with 388.
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 Edison Middle better than Giddings Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Giddings Middle ranks higher (48.5 vs 23.9 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 Edison Middle and Giddings Middle?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Houston and Giddings in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Middle: 388. Giddings Middle: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Middle and Giddings Middle rank in Texas?
Edison Middle is 1555th of 1,684 and Giddings Middle is 806th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).