McDonald Middle vs North Mesquite H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDonald Middle
Mesquite · Public middle · Grades 6–8
787 students
North Mesquite H S
Mesquite · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,099 students
| Measure | McDonald Middle Mesquite, Texas | North Mesquite H S Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1275 of 1,684 | #827 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #10902 of 15,369 | #9165 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 787 | 2,099 |
| Enrollment | 787 | 2,099 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 81.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 59% |
| city | Mesquite | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Mesquite H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 34.8).
- •North Mesquite H S does better on math proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •North Mesquite H S does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 35%).
- •North Mesquite H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.8% vs 82.2%).
- •North Mesquite H S does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.6).
- •North Mesquite H S is the larger school with 2,099 students compared with 787.
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 McDonald Middle better than North Mesquite H S?
On the Success Index (US), North Mesquite H S ranks higher (47.1 vs 34.8 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 McDonald Middle and North Mesquite H S?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Mesquite and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDonald Middle: 787. North Mesquite H S: 2,099. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDonald Middle and North Mesquite H S rank in Texas?
McDonald Middle is 1275th of 1,684 and North Mesquite H S is 827th of 1,419 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).