James Fannin Middle vs Key Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 362 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Fannin Middle
Grand Prairie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
516 students
Key Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
516 students
| Measure | James Fannin Middle Grand Prairie, Texas | Key Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1531 of 1,684 | #1624 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12815 of 15,369 | #13654 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 516 | 516 |
| Enrollment | 516 | 516 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.2% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 26% |
| city | Grand Prairie | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Fannin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 20.7).
- •James Fannin Middle does better on math proficiency (29% vs 26%).
- •James Fannin Middle does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 21%).
- •James Fannin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.2% vs 96.1%).
- •James Fannin Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.2).
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 James Fannin Middle better than Key Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James Fannin Middle ranks higher (25.2 vs 20.7 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 James Fannin Middle and Key Middle?
About 362 km in a straight line, between Grand Prairie and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Fannin Middle: 516. Key Middle: 516. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Fannin Middle and Key Middle rank in Texas?
James Fannin Middle is 1531st of 1,684 and Key Middle is 1624th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).