Mary Harper Middle vs Tafolla College Prep Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 105 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mary Harper Middle
Dilley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
181 students
Tafolla College Prep Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–6
180 students
| Measure | Mary Harper Middle Dilley, Texas | Tafolla College Prep Middle San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1339 of 1,684 | #1612 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11308 of 15,369 | #13499 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–6 |
| Students | 181 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.6% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Dilley | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary Harper Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.9 vs 21.7).
- •Mary Harper Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.6% vs 97.2%).
- •Mary Harper Middle does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 16.4).
- •Mary Harper Middle is the larger school with 181 students compared with 180.
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 Mary Harper Middle better than Tafolla College Prep Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mary Harper Middle ranks higher (32.9 vs 21.7 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 Mary Harper Middle and Tafolla College Prep Middle?
About 105 km in a straight line, between Dilley and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mary Harper Middle: 181. Tafolla College Prep Middle: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mary Harper Middle and Tafolla College Prep Middle rank in Texas?
Mary Harper Middle is 1339th of 1,684 and Tafolla College Prep Middle is 1612th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).