James Garland Walsh Middle vs Pearson Ranch Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Garland Walsh Middle
Round Rock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,208 students
Pearson Ranch Middle
Round Rock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
981 students
| Measure | James Garland Walsh Middle Round Rock, Texas | Pearson Ranch Middle Round Rock, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #25 of 1,684 | #79 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #520 of 15,369 | #1035 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,208 | 981 |
| Enrollment | 1,208 | 981 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.3% | 17.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 78% |
| city | Round Rock | Round Rock |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Garland Walsh Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.4 vs 83.0).
- •James Garland Walsh Middle does better on math proficiency (89% vs 78%).
- •James Garland Walsh Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •James Garland Walsh Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.3% vs 17.9%).
- •James Garland Walsh Middle does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.4).
- •James Garland Walsh Middle is the larger school with 1,208 students compared with 981.
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 Garland Walsh Middle better than Pearson Ranch Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James Garland Walsh Middle ranks higher (87.4 vs 83.0 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 Garland Walsh Middle and Pearson Ranch Middle?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Round Rock and Round Rock in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Garland Walsh Middle: 1,208. Pearson Ranch Middle: 981. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Garland Walsh Middle and Pearson Ranch Middle rank in Texas?
James Garland Walsh Middle is 25th of 1,684 and Pearson Ranch Middle is 79th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).