Aikin El vs W L Higgins El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aikin El
Paris · Public elementary · Grades K–4
866 students
W L Higgins El
Paris · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
330 students
| Measure | Aikin El Paris, Texas | W L Higgins El Paris, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2935 of 4,686 | #2766 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #33333 of 50,301 | #32148 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 866 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 866 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Paris | Paris |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W L Higgins El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 37.9).
- •W L Higgins El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 72.3%).
- •Aikin El does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.5).
- •Aikin El is the larger school with 866 students compared with 330.
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 Aikin El better than W L Higgins El?
On the Success Index (US), W L Higgins El ranks higher (39.7 vs 37.9 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 Aikin El and W L Higgins El?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Paris and Paris in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aikin El: 866. W L Higgins El: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aikin El and W L Higgins El rank in Texas?
Aikin El is 2935th of 4,686 and W L Higgins El is 2766th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).