Friends for Life Middle vs Iltexas Richmond Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friends for Life Middle
Houston · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
226 students
Iltexas Richmond Middle
Richmond · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
227 students
| Measure | Friends for Life Middle Houston, Texas | Iltexas Richmond Middle Richmond, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1585 of 1,684 | #705 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #13268 of 15,369 | #7340 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 226 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 226 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.1% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Houston | Richmond |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Iltexas Richmond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 22.8).
- •Iltexas Richmond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.7% vs 95.1%).
- •Iltexas Richmond Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.1).
- •Iltexas Richmond Middle is the larger school with 227 students compared with 226.
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 Friends for Life Middle better than Iltexas Richmond Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Iltexas Richmond Middle ranks higher (51.4 vs 22.8 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 Friends for Life Middle and Iltexas Richmond Middle?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Houston and Richmond in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friends for Life Middle: 226. Iltexas Richmond Middle: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friends for Life Middle and Iltexas Richmond Middle rank in Texas?
Friends for Life Middle is 1585th of 1,684 and Iltexas Richmond Middle is 705th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).