Oliveira Middle vs Perkins Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oliveira Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
699 students
Perkins Middle
Brownsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
480 students
| Measure | Oliveira Middle Brownsville, Texas | Perkins Middle Brownsville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #944 of 1,684 | #1109 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #8967 of 15,369 | #9957 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 699 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 699 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 46% |
| city | Brownsville | Brownsville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oliveira Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.9 vs 39.4).
- •Oliveira Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Oliveira Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 38%).
- •Oliveira Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.8% vs 98.3%).
- •Oliveira Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.3).
- •Oliveira Middle is the larger school with 699 students compared with 480.
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 Oliveira Middle better than Perkins Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Oliveira Middle ranks higher (43.9 vs 39.4 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 Oliveira Middle and Perkins Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and Brownsville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oliveira Middle: 699. Perkins Middle: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oliveira Middle and Perkins Middle rank in Texas?
Oliveira Middle is 944th of 1,684 and Perkins Middle is 1109th of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).