Lawson Middle vs Madison H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawson Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,069 students
Madison H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,588 students
| Measure | Lawson Middle Houston, Texas | Madison H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1505 of 1,684 | #1316 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12605 of 15,369 | #13846 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,069 | 1,588 |
| Enrollment | 1,069 | 1,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.7% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 34% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 26.4).
- •Lawson Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 23%).
- •Madison H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 92.7%).
- •Madison H S does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.6).
- •Madison H S is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 1,069.
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 Lawson Middle better than Madison H S?
On the Success Index (US), Madison H S ranks higher (27.6 vs 26.4 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 Lawson Middle and Madison H S?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawson Middle: 1,069. Madison H S: 1,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawson Middle and Madison H S rank in Texas?
Lawson Middle is 1505th of 1,684 and Madison H S is 1316th of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).