Iltexas Houston Orem Middle vs Thomas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle
Houston · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
410 students
Thomas Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
391 students
| Measure | Iltexas Houston Orem Middle Houston, Texas | Thomas Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1679 of 1,684 | #1651 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #14846 of 15,369 | #14027 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 410 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.5% | 98% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 19% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.5 vs 12.6).
- •Thomas Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 17%).
- •Iltexas Houston Orem Middle does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 18%).
- •Iltexas Houston Orem Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.5% vs 98%).
- •Thomas Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 17.8).
- •Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is the larger school with 410 students compared with 391.
- •Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is a charter school while Thomas Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Iltexas Houston Orem Middle better than Thomas Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Middle ranks higher (18.5 vs 12.6 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 Iltexas Houston Orem Middle and Thomas Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle: 410. Thomas Middle: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iltexas Houston Orem Middle and Thomas Middle rank in Texas?
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle is 1679th of 1,684 and Thomas Middle is 1651st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).