Lamar Middle vs Memorial Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lamar Middle
Laredo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,204 students
Memorial Middle
Laredo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
679 students
| Measure | Lamar Middle Laredo, Texas | Memorial Middle Laredo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1295 of 1,684 | #1118 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11050 of 15,369 | #9997 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,204 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 1,204 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| city | Laredo | Laredo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Memorial Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 34.1).
- •Memorial Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Memorial Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 35%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 97.6%).
- •Memorial Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 14.9).
- •Lamar Middle is the larger school with 1,204 students compared with 679.
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 Lamar Middle better than Memorial Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Memorial Middle ranks higher (39.2 vs 34.1 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 Lamar Middle and Memorial Middle?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Laredo and Laredo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamar Middle: 1,204. Memorial Middle: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamar Middle and Memorial Middle rank in Texas?
Lamar Middle is 1295th of 1,684 and Memorial Middle is 1118th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).