Hardin-Jefferson J H vs Julius L Matthey Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 403 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardin-Jefferson J H
Sour Lake Tx · Public middle · Grades 6–8
656 students
Julius L Matthey Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
656 students
| Measure | Hardin-Jefferson J H Sour Lake Tx, Texas | Julius L Matthey Middle San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 1,684 | #1545 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #5069 of 15,369 | #12929 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 656 | 656 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 656 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 88.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 27% |
| city | Sour Lake Tx | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 24.6).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H does better on math proficiency (62% vs 27%).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 31%).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 88.7%).
- •Julius L Matthey Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.4).
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 Hardin-Jefferson J H better than Julius L Matthey Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin-Jefferson J H ranks higher (61.9 vs 24.6 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 Hardin-Jefferson J H and Julius L Matthey Middle?
About 403 km in a straight line, between Sour Lake Tx and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin-Jefferson J H: 656. Julius L Matthey Middle: 656. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin-Jefferson J H and Julius L Matthey Middle rank in Texas?
Hardin-Jefferson J H is 457th of 1,684 and Julius L Matthey Middle is 1545th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).