Lamar Middle vs Raymond Mays Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lamar Middle
Temple · Public middle · Grades 6–8
553 students
Raymond Mays Middle
Troy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
408 students
| Measure | Lamar Middle Temple, Texas | Raymond Mays Middle Troy, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1391 of 1,684 | #571 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11623 of 15,369 | #6200 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 553 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 52.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 57% |
| city | Temple | Troy |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Raymond Mays Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.7 vs 31.5).
- •Raymond Mays Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 31%).
- •Raymond Mays Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 31%).
- •Raymond Mays Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 76.5%).
- •Lamar Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.6).
- •Lamar Middle is the larger school with 553 students compared with 408.
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 Raymond Mays Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Raymond Mays Middle ranks higher (56.7 vs 31.5 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 Raymond Mays Middle?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Temple and Troy in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamar Middle: 553. Raymond Mays Middle: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamar Middle and Raymond Mays Middle rank in Texas?
Lamar Middle is 1391st of 1,684 and Raymond Mays Middle is 571st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).