Lawson Middle vs Nolan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 263 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
Nolan Middle
Harker Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,068 students
| Measure | Lawson Middle Houston, Texas | Nolan Middle Harker Heights, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1505 of 1,684 | #895 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12605 of 15,369 | #8597 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,069 | 1,068 |
| Enrollment | 1,069 | 1,068 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.7% | 47.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Houston | Harker Heights |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nolan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 26.4).
- •Nolan Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.8% vs 92.7%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 18.4).
- •Lawson Middle is the larger school with 1,069 students compared with 1,068.
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 Nolan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Nolan Middle ranks higher (45.6 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 Nolan Middle?
About 263 km in a straight line, between Houston and Harker Heights in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawson Middle: 1,069. Nolan Middle: 1,068. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawson Middle and Nolan Middle rank in Texas?
Lawson Middle is 1505th of 1,684 and Nolan Middle is 895th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).