Hardin-Jefferson J H vs Wilkinson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 365 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
Wilkinson Middle
Mesquite · Public middle · Grades 6–8
655 students
| Measure | Hardin-Jefferson J H Sour Lake Tx, Texas | Wilkinson Middle Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 1,684 | #825 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #5069 of 15,369 | #8108 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 656 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 60% |
| city | Sour Lake Tx | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 47.9).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H does better on math proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 91.5%).
- •Wilkinson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.4).
- •Hardin-Jefferson J H is the larger school with 656 students compared with 655.
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 Wilkinson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin-Jefferson J H ranks higher (61.9 vs 47.9 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 Wilkinson Middle?
About 365 km in a straight line, between Sour Lake Tx and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin-Jefferson J H: 656. Wilkinson Middle: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin-Jefferson J H and Wilkinson Middle rank in Texas?
Hardin-Jefferson J H is 457th of 1,684 and Wilkinson Middle is 825th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).