Jefferson El vs McNiel Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson El
Wichita Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
322 students
McNiel Middle
Wichita Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
996 students
| Measure | Jefferson El Wichita Falls, Texas | McNiel Middle Wichita Falls, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1211 of 4,686 | #562 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #19121 of 50,301 | #6134 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 322 | 996 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 996 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 56% |
| city | Wichita Falls | Wichita Falls |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.6 vs 57.0).
- •Jefferson El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Jefferson El does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •McNiel Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 64.3%).
- •Jefferson El does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 16.1).
- •McNiel Middle is the larger school with 996 students compared with 322.
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 Jefferson El better than McNiel Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson El ranks higher (58.6 vs 57.0 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 Jefferson El and McNiel Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Wichita Falls and Wichita Falls in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson El: 322. McNiel Middle: 996. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson El and McNiel Middle rank in Texas?
Jefferson El is 1211th of 4,686 and McNiel Middle is 562nd of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).