Lamar Middle vs Nixon H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 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
Nixon H S
Laredo · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,124 students
| Measure | Lamar Middle Laredo, Texas | Nixon H S Laredo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1295 of 1,684 | #1028 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #11050 of 15,369 | #11027 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,204 | 2,124 |
| Enrollment | 1,204 | 2,124 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 58% |
| city | Laredo | Laredo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nixon H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 34.1).
- •Nixon H S does better on math proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 95.6%).
- •Nixon H S does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.9).
- •Nixon H S is the larger school with 2,124 students compared with 1,204.
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 Nixon H S?
On the Success Index (US), Nixon H S ranks higher (39.7 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 Nixon H S?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Laredo and Laredo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamar Middle: 1,204. Nixon H S: 2,124. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamar Middle and Nixon H S rank in Texas?
Lamar Middle is 1295th of 1,684 and Nixon H S is 1028th of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).