Hobby Middle vs Nelson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 437 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hobby Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,094 students
Nelson Middle
Frisco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,094 students
| Measure | Hobby Middle San Antonio, Texas | Nelson Middle Frisco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #791 of 1,684 | #22 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #7913 of 15,369 | #494 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,094 | 1,094 |
| Enrollment | 1,094 | 1,094 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 4.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 84% |
| city | San Antonio | Frisco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.7 vs 48.7).
- •Nelson Middle does better on math proficiency (84% vs 48%).
- •Nelson Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 47%).
- •Nelson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.8% vs 68.3%).
- •Hobby Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.3).
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 Hobby Middle better than Nelson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Middle ranks higher (87.7 vs 48.7 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 Hobby Middle and Nelson Middle?
About 437 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and Frisco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hobby Middle: 1,094. Nelson Middle: 1,094. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hobby Middle and Nelson Middle rank in Texas?
Hobby Middle is 791st of 1,684 and Nelson Middle is 22nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).