G W Kennemer Middle vs William H Byrd Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
G W Kennemer Middle
Dallas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
795 students
William H Byrd Middle
Duncanville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
517 students
| Measure | G W Kennemer Middle Dallas, Texas | William H Byrd Middle Duncanville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #905 of 1,684 | #864 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8673 of 15,369 | #8372 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 795 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 795 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.7% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 55% |
| city | Dallas | Duncanville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William H Byrd Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 45.2).
- •William H Byrd Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 41%).
- •G W Kennemer Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •G W Kennemer Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.7% vs 83%).
- •G W Kennemer Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.0).
- •G W Kennemer Middle is the larger school with 795 students compared with 517.
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 G W Kennemer Middle better than William H Byrd Middle?
On the Success Index (US), William H Byrd Middle ranks higher (46.7 vs 45.2 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 G W Kennemer Middle and William H Byrd Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Duncanville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G W Kennemer Middle: 795. William H Byrd Middle: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G W Kennemer Middle and William H Byrd Middle rank in Texas?
G W Kennemer Middle is 905th of 1,684 and William H Byrd Middle is 864th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).