Gunter Middle vs Thomas J Rusk Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 71 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
Thomas J Rusk Middle
Dallas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
373 students
| Measure | Gunter Middle Gunter, Texas | Thomas J Rusk Middle Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 1,684 | #1407 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3001 of 15,369 | #11739 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 375 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.3% | 94.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 42% |
| city | Gunter | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gunter Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 31.0).
- •Gunter Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Gunter Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Gunter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.3% vs 94.1%).
- •Thomas J Rusk Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.0).
- •Gunter Middle is the larger school with 375 students compared with 373.
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 Thomas J Rusk Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gunter Middle ranks higher (71.6 vs 31.0 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 Gunter Middle and Thomas J Rusk Middle?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Gunter and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunter Middle: 375. Thomas J Rusk Middle: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunter Middle and Thomas J Rusk Middle rank in Texas?
Gunter Middle is 254th of 1,684 and Thomas J Rusk Middle is 1407th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).