Gunter Middle vs Houston Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 417 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gunter Middle
Gunter · Public middle · Grades 5–8
375 students
Houston Academy
Houston · Public middle · Grades 5–6
372 students
| Measure | Gunter Middle Gunter, Texas | Houston Academy Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 1,684 | #1160 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3001 of 15,369 | #10250 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 375 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.3% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 44% |
| city | Gunter | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gunter Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 38.1).
- •Gunter Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 44%).
- •Gunter Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 31%).
- •Gunter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.3% vs 88.2%).
- •Houston Academy does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 17.0).
- •Gunter Middle is the larger school with 375 students compared with 372.
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 Gunter Middle better than Houston Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Gunter Middle ranks higher (71.6 vs 38.1 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 Gunter Middle and Houston Academy?
About 417 km in a straight line, between Gunter and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunter Middle: 375. Houston Academy: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunter Middle and Houston Academy rank in Texas?
Gunter Middle is 254th of 1,684 and Houston Academy is 1160th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).