Aikman El vs Northwest El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 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
Northwest El
Hereford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
479 students
| Measure | Aikman El Hereford, Texas | Northwest El Hereford, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3097 of 4,686 | #3121 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #34490 of 50,301 | #34639 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 464 | 479 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 479 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 79.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Hereford | Hereford |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.2 vs 36.0).
- •Aikman El does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Aikman El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 36%).
- •Northwest El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.3% vs 84.3%).
- •Northwest El does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 20.2).
- •Northwest El is the larger school with 479 students compared with 464.
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 Northwest El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Aikman El and Northwest El?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Hereford and Hereford in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aikman El: 464. Northwest El: 479. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aikman El and Northwest El rank in Texas?
Aikman El is 3097th of 4,686 and Northwest El is 3121st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).