Fowler El vs McNiel Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 985 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fowler El
Wichita Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
490 students
McNiel Middle
Wichita Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
996 students
| Measure | Fowler El Wichita Falls, Texas | McNiel Middle Wichita Falls, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1269 of 4,686 | #562 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #19775 of 50,301 | #6134 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 490 | 996 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 996 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.3% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 56% |
| city | Wichita Falls | Wichita Falls |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (57.7 vs 57.0).
- •McNiel Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- •Fowler El does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 50%).
- •McNiel Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 53.3%).
- •Fowler El does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.1).
- •McNiel Middle is the larger school with 996 students compared with 490.
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 Fowler El better than McNiel 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 Fowler El and McNiel Middle?
About 985 m in a straight line, between Wichita Falls and Wichita Falls in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fowler El: 490. McNiel Middle: 996. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fowler El and McNiel Middle rank in Texas?
Fowler El is 1269th of 4,686 and McNiel Middle is 562nd of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).