Nichols El vs Pearson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nichols El
Frisco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
635 students
Pearson Middle
Frisco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,032 students
| Measure | Nichols El Frisco, Texas | Pearson Middle Frisco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #133 of 4,686 | #14 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #2448 of 50,301 | #374 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 635 | 1,032 |
| Enrollment | 635 | 1,032 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.1% | 4.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 87% |
| city | Frisco | Frisco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pearson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.9 vs 85.0).
- •Pearson Middle does better on math proficiency (87% vs 79%).
- •Pearson Middle does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Nichols El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.1% vs 4.6%).
- •Pearson Middle does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.3).
- •Pearson Middle is the larger school with 1,032 students compared with 635.
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 Nichols El better than Pearson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pearson Middle ranks higher (88.9 vs 85.0 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 Nichols El and Pearson Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Frisco and Frisco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nichols El: 635. Pearson Middle: 1,032. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nichols El and Pearson Middle rank in Texas?
Nichols El is 133rd of 4,686 and Pearson Middle is 14th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).