Fabens Middle vs Tornillo J H
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fabens Middle
Fabens · Public middle · Grades 6–8
394 students
Tornillo J H
Tornillo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
150 students
| Measure | Fabens Middle Fabens, Texas | Tornillo J H Tornillo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1110 of 1,684 | #1496 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9966 of 15,369 | #12482 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 394 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 34% |
| city | Fabens | Tornillo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fabens Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.3 vs 27.1).
- •Fabens Middle does better on math proficiency (51% vs 34%).
- •Fabens Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Tornillo J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90% vs 93.1%).
- •Fabens Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.6).
- •Fabens Middle is the larger school with 394 students compared with 150.
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 Fabens Middle better than Tornillo J H?
On the Success Index (US), Fabens Middle ranks higher (39.3 vs 27.1 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 Fabens Middle and Tornillo J H?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Fabens and Tornillo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fabens Middle: 394. Tornillo J H: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fabens Middle and Tornillo J H rank in Texas?
Fabens Middle is 1110th of 1,684 and Tornillo J H is 1496th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).