STEAM Middle vs Tom and Nita Nichols Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 6.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
STEAM Middle
Burleson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
595 students
Tom and Nita Nichols Middle
Burleson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
654 students
| Measure | STEAM Middle Burleson, Texas | Tom and Nita Nichols Middle Burleson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #247 of 1,684 | #332 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #2917 of 15,369 | #3848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 595 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 595 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.6% | 37.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 68% |
| city | Burleson | Burleson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEAM Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 67.7).
- •Tom and Nita Nichols Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 59%).
- •STEAM Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 60%).
- •STEAM Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.6% vs 37.3%).
- •STEAM Middle does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 19.8).
- •Tom and Nita Nichols Middle is the larger school with 654 students compared with 595.
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 STEAM Middle better than Tom and Nita Nichols Middle?
On the Success Index (US), STEAM Middle ranks higher (72.1 vs 67.7 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 STEAM Middle and Tom and Nita Nichols Middle?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Burleson and Burleson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
STEAM Middle: 595. Tom and Nita Nichols Middle: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do STEAM Middle and Tom and Nita Nichols Middle rank in Texas?
STEAM Middle is 247th of 1,684 and Tom and Nita Nichols Middle is 332nd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).