Lewis Middle vs Nimitz H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,054 students
Nimitz H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,651 students
| Measure | Lewis Middle Houston, Texas | Nimitz H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1521 of 1,684 | #1410 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12749 of 15,369 | #16101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,054 | 2,651 |
| Enrollment | 1,054 | 2,651 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.5% | 78.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 7.5% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.6 vs 14.7).
- •Lewis Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 7.5%).
- •Lewis Middle does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Nimitz H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.3% vs 87.5%).
- •Lewis Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.1).
- •Nimitz H S is the larger school with 2,651 students compared with 1,054.
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 Lewis Middle better than Nimitz H S?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis Middle ranks higher (25.6 vs 14.7 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 Lewis Middle and Nimitz H S?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis Middle: 1,054. Nimitz H S: 2,651. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis Middle and Nimitz H S rank in Texas?
Lewis Middle is 1521st of 1,684 and Nimitz H S is 1410th of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).