Kipp Austin Obras vs Mendez Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Austin Obras
Austin · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
373 students
Mendez Middle
Austin · Charter middle · Grades 7–8
199 students
| Measure | Kipp Austin Obras Austin, Texas | Mendez Middle Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3597 of 4,686 | #1684 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #37806 of 50,301 | #15241 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 373 | 199 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 199 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.8% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 12% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Austin Obras scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 7.7).
- •Kipp Austin Obras does better on math proficiency (54% vs 12%).
- •Kipp Austin Obras does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •Mendez Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 92.8%).
- •Kipp Austin Obras is the larger school with 373 students compared with 199.
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 Kipp Austin Obras better than Mendez Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Austin Obras ranks higher (31.1 vs 7.7 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 Kipp Austin Obras and Mendez Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Austin Obras: 373. Mendez Middle: 199. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Austin Obras and Mendez Middle rank in Texas?
Kipp Austin Obras is 3597th of 4,686 and Mendez Middle is 1684th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).