Jim Ned Int vs Tarkington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 506 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jim Ned Int
Tuscola · Public middle · Grades 4–6
410 students
Tarkington Middle
Cleveland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
411 students
| Measure | Jim Ned Int Tuscola, Texas | Tarkington Middle Cleveland, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #291 of 1,684 | #852 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #3462 of 15,369 | #8278 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 410 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.6% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 50% |
| city | Tuscola | Cleveland |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jim Ned Int scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.5 vs 47.1).
- •Jim Ned Int does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 54%).
- •Tarkington Middle does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.1).
- •Tarkington Middle is the larger school with 411 students compared with 410.
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 Jim Ned Int better than Tarkington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jim Ned Int ranks higher (69.5 vs 47.1 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 Jim Ned Int and Tarkington Middle?
About 506 km in a straight line, between Tuscola and Cleveland in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Ned Int: 410. Tarkington Middle: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Ned Int and Tarkington Middle rank in Texas?
Jim Ned Int is 291st of 1,684 and Tarkington Middle is 852nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).