Hamilton Middle vs Mead Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamilton Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
911 students
Mead Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
910 students
| Measure | Hamilton Middle Houston, Texas | Mead Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #900 of 1,684 | #1327 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8626 of 15,369 | #11233 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 911 | 910 |
| Enrollment | 911 | 910 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.9% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hamilton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 33.3).
- •Hamilton Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Hamilton Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 33%).
- •Hamilton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.9% vs 87.9%).
- •Mead Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 17.2).
- •Hamilton Middle is the larger school with 911 students compared with 910.
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 Hamilton Middle better than Mead Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hamilton Middle ranks higher (45.4 vs 33.3 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 Hamilton Middle and Mead Middle?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Middle: 911. Mead Middle: 910. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Middle and Mead Middle rank in Texas?
Hamilton Middle is 900th of 1,684 and Mead Middle is 1327th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).