Lucio Middle vs Perkins Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lucio Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
627 students
Perkins Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
480 students
| Measure | Lucio Middle Brownsville, Texas | Perkins Middle Brownsville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1373 of 1,684 | #1109 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11512 of 15,369 | #9957 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 627 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 46% |
| city | Brownsville | Brownsville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Perkins Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 32.0).
- •Perkins Middle does better on math proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Perkins Middle does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Perkins Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 99.7%).
- •Perkins Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.6).
- •Lucio Middle is the larger school with 627 students compared with 480.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lucio Middle better than Perkins Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Perkins Middle ranks higher (39.4 vs 32.0 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 Lucio Middle and Perkins Middle?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and Brownsville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lucio Middle: 627. Perkins Middle: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lucio Middle and Perkins Middle rank in Texas?
Lucio Middle is 1373rd of 1,684 and Perkins Middle is 1109th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).