Hartman Middle vs Ortiz Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hartman Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
645 students
Ortiz Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
772 students
| Measure | Hartman Middle Houston, Texas | Ortiz Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1455 of 1,684 | #1495 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12107 of 15,369 | #12478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 645 | 772 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 772 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 41% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hartman Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 27.1).
- •Ortiz Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 38%).
- •Hartman Middle does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 29%).
- •Hartman Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.9% vs 95.1%).
- •Hartman Middle does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.1).
- •Ortiz Middle is the larger school with 772 students compared with 645.
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 Hartman Middle better than Ortiz Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hartman Middle ranks higher (29.0 vs 27.1 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 Hartman Middle and Ortiz Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hartman Middle: 645. Ortiz Middle: 772. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hartman Middle and Ortiz Middle rank in Texas?
Hartman Middle is 1455th of 1,684 and Ortiz Middle is 1495th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).