Irons Middle vs Paredes Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 539 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Irons Middle
Lubbock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
636 students
Paredes Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
635 students
| Measure | Irons Middle Lubbock, Texas | Paredes Middle Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #589 of 1,684 | #1520 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #6387 of 15,369 | #12736 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 636 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 636 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 78.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 31% |
| city | Lubbock | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irons Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.8 vs 25.7).
- •Irons Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 31%).
- •Irons Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 31%).
- •Irons Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69% vs 78.3%).
- •Irons Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 16.3).
- •Irons Middle is the larger school with 636 students compared with 635.
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 Irons Middle better than Paredes Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Irons Middle ranks higher (55.8 vs 25.7 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 Irons Middle and Paredes Middle?
About 539 km in a straight line, between Lubbock and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Irons Middle: 636. Paredes Middle: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Irons Middle and Paredes Middle rank in Texas?
Irons Middle is 589th of 1,684 and Paredes Middle is 1520th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).