Rafael A Cantu J H vs Sharyland North J H
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rafael A Cantu J H
Palmhurst · Public middle · Grades 6–8
591 students
Sharyland North J H
McAllen · Public middle · Grades 7–8
791 students
| Measure | Rafael A Cantu J H Palmhurst, Texas | Sharyland North J H McAllen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1056 of 1,684 | #451 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9647 of 15,369 | #5007 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 591 | 791 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 791 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.8% | 69.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 79% |
| city | Palmhurst | McAllen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sharyland North J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 40.8).
- •Sharyland North J H does better on math proficiency (79% vs 48%).
- •Sharyland North J H does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Sharyland North J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.4% vs 86.8%).
- •Rafael A Cantu J H does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.1).
- •Sharyland North J H is the larger school with 791 students compared with 591.
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 Rafael A Cantu J H better than Sharyland North J H?
On the Success Index (US), Sharyland North J H ranks higher (62.2 vs 40.8 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 Rafael A Cantu J H and Sharyland North J H?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Palmhurst and McAllen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rafael A Cantu J H: 591. Sharyland North J H: 791. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rafael A Cantu J H and Sharyland North J H rank in Texas?
Rafael A Cantu J H is 1056th of 1,684 and Sharyland North J H is 451st of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).