Adams El vs Sam Houston H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 736 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams El
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
743 students
Sam Houston H S
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,208 students
| Measure | Adams El Arlington, Texas | Sam Houston H S Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3497 of 4,686 | #1259 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #37187 of 50,301 | #13276 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 743 | 3,208 |
| Enrollment | 743 | 3,208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 41% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.0 vs 30.3).
- •Adams El does better on math proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •Adams El does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Sam Houston H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 90.2%).
- •Adams El does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.2).
- •Sam Houston H S is the larger school with 3,208 students compared with 743.
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 Adams El better than Sam Houston H S?
On the Success Index (US), Adams El ranks higher (32.0 vs 30.3 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 Adams El and Sam Houston H S?
About 736 m in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams El: 743. Sam Houston H S: 3,208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams El and Sam Houston H S rank in Texas?
Adams El is 3497th of 4,686 and Sam Houston H S is 1259th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).