McDonald Middle vs Range El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 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
Range El
Mesquite · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
587 students
| Measure | McDonald Middle Mesquite, Texas | Range El Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1275 of 1,684 | #3231 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10902 of 15,369 | #35470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 787 | 587 |
| Enrollment | 787 | 587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 86.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 40% |
| city | Mesquite | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.8 vs 34.7).
- •McDonald Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 40%).
- •Range El does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •McDonald Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.2% vs 86.5%).
- •Range El does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.6).
- •McDonald Middle is the larger school with 787 students compared with 587.
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 Range El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are McDonald Middle and Range El?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Mesquite and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDonald Middle: 787. Range El: 587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDonald Middle and Range El rank in Texas?
McDonald Middle is 1275th of 1,684 and Range El is 3231st of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).