Macarthur H S vs Mead Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Macarthur H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,501 students
Mead Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
910 students
| Measure | Macarthur H S Houston, Texas | Mead Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1414 of 1,419 | #1327 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #16459 of 16,910 | #11233 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 3,501 | 910 |
| Enrollment | 3,501 | 910 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mead Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 11.8).
- •Mead Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 10%).
- •Mead Middle does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 10%).
- •Macarthur H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 87.9%).
- •Mead Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 17.4).
- •Macarthur H S is the larger school with 3,501 students compared with 910.
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 Macarthur H S better than Mead Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mead Middle ranks higher (33.3 vs 11.8 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 Macarthur H S and Mead Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Macarthur H S: 3,501. Mead Middle: 910. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Macarthur H S and Mead Middle rank in Texas?
Macarthur H S is 1414th of 1,419 and Mead Middle is 1327th of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).