Gillett Middle vs W S Permenter Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 568 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gillett Middle
Kingsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
W S Permenter Middle
Cedar Hill · Public middle · Grades 6–8
456 students
| Measure | Gillett Middle Kingsville, Texas | W S Permenter Middle Cedar Hill, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1518 of 1,684 | #1404 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12713 of 15,369 | #11721 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 455 | 456 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 456 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| city | Kingsville | Cedar Hill |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W S Permenter Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 25.8).
- •W S Permenter Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •W S Permenter Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •W S Permenter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.9% vs 91.9%).
- •Gillett Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.8).
- •W S Permenter Middle is the larger school with 456 students compared with 455.
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 Gillett Middle better than W S Permenter Middle?
On the Success Index (US), W S Permenter Middle ranks higher (31.1 vs 25.8 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 Gillett Middle and W S Permenter Middle?
About 568 km in a straight line, between Kingsville and Cedar Hill in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gillett Middle: 455. W S Permenter Middle: 456. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gillett Middle and W S Permenter Middle rank in Texas?
Gillett Middle is 1518th of 1,684 and W S Permenter Middle is 1404th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).