Harper El vs Mattei Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harper El
Princeton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
642 students
Mattei Middle
Princeton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
839 students
| Measure | Harper El Princeton, Texas | Mattei Middle Princeton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2661 of 4,686 | #1396 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #31519 of 50,301 | #11647 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 642 | 839 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 839 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 69.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Princeton | Princeton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harper El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.6 vs 31.4).
- •Harper El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 69.2%).
- •Harper El does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 17.5).
- •Mattei Middle is the larger school with 839 students compared with 642.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Harper El better than Mattei Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Harper El ranks higher (40.6 vs 31.4 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 Harper El and Mattei Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Princeton and Princeton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harper El: 642. Mattei Middle: 839. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harper El and Mattei Middle rank in Texas?
Harper El is 2661st of 4,686 and Mattei Middle is 1396th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).