Manzano Middle vs McCarroll Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 808 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manzano Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
837 students
McCarroll Middle
Decatur · Public middle · Grades 6–8
838 students
| Measure | Manzano Middle Brownsville, Texas | McCarroll Middle Decatur, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #680 of 1,684 | #566 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #7131 of 15,369 | #6150 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 837 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 837 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 45.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 54% |
| city | Brownsville | Decatur |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCarroll Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 52.3).
- •Manzano Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 54%).
- •Manzano Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 48%).
- •McCarroll Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.5% vs 81.2%).
- •Manzano Middle does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.4).
- •McCarroll Middle is the larger school with 838 students compared with 837.
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 Manzano Middle better than McCarroll Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McCarroll Middle ranks higher (56.9 vs 52.3 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 Manzano Middle and McCarroll Middle?
About 808 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and Decatur in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manzano Middle: 837. McCarroll Middle: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manzano Middle and McCarroll Middle rank in Texas?
Manzano Middle is 680th of 1,684 and McCarroll Middle is 566th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).