Nelson Middle vs Roach Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Middle
Frisco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,094 students
Roach Middle
Frisco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
953 students
| Measure | Nelson Middle Frisco, Texas | Roach Middle Frisco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #22 of 1,684 | #82 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #494 of 15,369 | #1090 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,094 | 953 |
| Enrollment | 1,094 | 953 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.8% | 14.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 75% |
| city | Frisco | Frisco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.7 vs 82.7).
- •Nelson Middle does better on math proficiency (84% vs 75%).
- •Nelson Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 65%).
- •Nelson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.8% vs 14.2%).
- •Roach Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.3).
- •Nelson Middle is the larger school with 1,094 students compared with 953.
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 Nelson Middle better than Roach Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Middle ranks higher (87.7 vs 82.7 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 Nelson Middle and Roach Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Frisco and Frisco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Middle: 1,094. Roach Middle: 953. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Middle and Roach Middle rank in Texas?
Nelson Middle is 22nd of 1,684 and Roach Middle is 82nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).