Gene Pike Middle vs John M Tidwell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gene Pike Middle
Justin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,137 students
John M Tidwell Middle
Roanoke · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,062 students
| Measure | Gene Pike Middle Justin, Texas | John M Tidwell Middle Roanoke, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #316 of 1,684 | #165 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3731 of 15,369 | #2096 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,137 | 1,062 |
| Enrollment | 1,137 | 1,062 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.8% | 22.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 68% |
| city | Justin | Roanoke |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John M Tidwell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 68.2).
- •John M Tidwell Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 61%).
- •John M Tidwell Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 55%).
- •John M Tidwell Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.8% vs 28.8%).
- •John M Tidwell Middle does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.5).
- •Gene Pike Middle is the larger school with 1,137 students compared with 1,062.
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 Gene Pike Middle better than John M Tidwell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John M Tidwell Middle ranks higher (76.4 vs 68.2 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 Gene Pike Middle and John M Tidwell Middle?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Justin and Roanoke in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gene Pike Middle: 1,137. John M Tidwell Middle: 1,062. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gene Pike Middle and John M Tidwell Middle rank in Texas?
Gene Pike Middle is 316th of 1,684 and John M Tidwell Middle is 165th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).