Mackenzie Middle vs North Ridge El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mackenzie Middle
Lubbock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
North Ridge El
Lubbock · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
585 students
| Measure | Mackenzie Middle Lubbock, Texas | North Ridge El Lubbock, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1478 of 1,684 | #1874 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12337 of 15,369 | #25579 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 413 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.1% | 58.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 52% |
| city | Lubbock | Lubbock |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Ridge El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 27.8).
- •North Ridge El does better on math proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •North Ridge El does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 27%).
- •North Ridge El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.1% vs 90.1%).
- •Mackenzie Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.0).
- •North Ridge El is the larger school with 585 students compared with 413.
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 Mackenzie Middle better than North Ridge El?
On the Success Index (US), North Ridge El ranks higher (49.4 vs 27.8 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 Mackenzie Middle and North Ridge El?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Lubbock and Lubbock in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mackenzie Middle: 413. North Ridge El: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mackenzie Middle and North Ridge El rank in Texas?
Mackenzie Middle is 1478th of 1,684 and North Ridge El is 1874th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).