Joe M Pirtle El vs North Belton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joe M Pirtle El
Temple · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
North Belton Middle
Temple · Public middle · Grades 6–8
979 students
| Measure | Joe M Pirtle El Temple, Texas | North Belton Middle Temple, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #869 of 4,686 | #402 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #14466 of 50,301 | #4463 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 575 | 979 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 979 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 58% |
| city | Temple | Temple |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.5 vs 64.6).
- •Joe M Pirtle El does better on math proficiency (60% vs 58%).
- •North Belton Middle does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 55%).
- •North Belton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 40.3%).
- •Joe M Pirtle El does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 17.2).
- •North Belton Middle is the larger school with 979 students compared with 575.
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 Joe M Pirtle El better than North Belton Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Joe M Pirtle El and North Belton Middle?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Temple and Temple in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joe M Pirtle El: 575. North Belton Middle: 979. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joe M Pirtle El and North Belton Middle rank in Texas?
Joe M Pirtle El is 869th of 4,686 and North Belton Middle is 402nd of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).