Lee El vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lee El
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
414 students
South Middle
Edinburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,246 students
| Measure | Lee El Edinburg, Texas | South Middle Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2472 of 4,686 | #504 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #30159 of 50,301 | #5578 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 414 | 1,246 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 1,246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94% | 62.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 59% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 42.7).
- •South Middle does better on math proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •South Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 42%).
- •South Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 94%).
- •South Middle is the larger school with 1,246 students compared with 414.
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 Lee El better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle ranks higher (59.6 vs 42.7 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 Lee El and South Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lee El: 414. South Middle: 1,246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lee El and South Middle rank in Texas?
Lee El is 2472nd of 4,686 and South Middle is 504th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).