Garcia Middle vs Rivera Early College H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garcia Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
870 students
Rivera Early College H S
Brownsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,150 students
| Measure | Garcia Middle Brownsville, Texas | Rivera Early College H S Brownsville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1198 of 1,684 | #994 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #10448 of 15,369 | #10643 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 870 | 2,150 |
| Enrollment | 870 | 2,150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 94.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 64% |
| city | Brownsville | Brownsville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rivera Early College H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 37.0).
- •Rivera Early College H S does better on math proficiency (64% vs 42%).
- •Garcia Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 94.4%).
- •Garcia Middle does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.8).
- •Rivera Early College H S is the larger school with 2,150 students compared with 870.
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 Garcia Middle better than Rivera Early College H S?
On the Success Index (US), Rivera Early College H S ranks higher (41.3 vs 37.0 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 Garcia Middle and Rivera Early College H S?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and Brownsville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garcia Middle: 870. Rivera Early College H S: 2,150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garcia Middle and Rivera Early College H S rank in Texas?
Garcia Middle is 1198th of 1,684 and Rivera Early College H S is 994th of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).