Jack C Hays H S vs R C Barton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 458 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack C Hays H S
Buda · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,304 students
R C Barton Middle
Buda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
909 students
| Measure | Jack C Hays H S Buda, Texas | R C Barton Middle Buda, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #328 of 1,419 | #269 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #4624 of 16,910 | #3225 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,304 | 909 |
| Enrollment | 2,304 | 909 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.8% | 29.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 71% |
| city | Buda | Buda |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R C Barton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 64.6).
- •Jack C Hays H S does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •R C Barton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.8% vs 34.8%).
- •R C Barton Middle does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 18.0).
- •Jack C Hays H S is the larger school with 2,304 students compared with 909.
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 Jack C Hays H S better than R C Barton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), R C Barton Middle ranks higher (70.6 vs 64.6 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 Jack C Hays H S and R C Barton Middle?
About 458 m in a straight line, between Buda and Buda in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack C Hays H S: 2,304. R C Barton Middle: 909. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack C Hays H S and R C Barton Middle rank in Texas?
Jack C Hays H S is 328th of 1,419 and R C Barton Middle is 269th of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).