Aikman El vs Hereford Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aikman El
Hereford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
Hereford Preparatory Academy
Hereford · Public middle · Grades 8–8
322 students
| Measure | Aikman El Hereford, Texas | Hereford Preparatory Academy Hereford, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3097 of 4,686 | #983 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #34490 of 50,301 | #9204 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 8–8 |
| Students | 464 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Hereford | Hereford |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hereford Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 36.2).
- •Aikman El does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Aikman El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 41%).
- •Hereford Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.1% vs 84.3%).
- •Hereford Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 20.2).
- •Aikman El is the larger school with 464 students compared with 322.
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 Aikman El better than Hereford Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Hereford Preparatory Academy ranks higher (42.8 vs 36.2 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 Aikman El and Hereford Preparatory Academy?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Hereford and Hereford in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aikman El: 464. Hereford Preparatory Academy: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aikman El and Hereford Preparatory Academy rank in Texas?
Aikman El is 3097th of 4,686 and Hereford Preparatory Academy is 983rd of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).