Elder Middle vs Kirkpatrick Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elder Middle
Fort Worth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
646 students
Kirkpatrick Middle
Fort Worth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
485 students
| Measure | Elder Middle Fort Worth, Texas | Kirkpatrick Middle Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1564 of 1,684 | #1572 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #13101 of 15,369 | #13163 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 646 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 646 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 35% |
| city | Fort Worth | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 23.3).
- •Kirkpatrick Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •Elder Middle does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 26%).
- •Elder Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 95.1%).
- •Elder Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.6).
- •Elder Middle is the larger school with 646 students compared with 485.
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 Elder Middle better than Kirkpatrick Middle?
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 Elder Middle and Kirkpatrick Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Fort Worth and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elder Middle: 646. Kirkpatrick Middle: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elder Middle and Kirkpatrick Middle rank in Texas?
Elder Middle is 1564th of 1,684 and Kirkpatrick Middle is 1572nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).