Aikman El vs West Central El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 3.3 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
West Central El
Hereford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
331 students
| Measure | Aikman El Hereford, Texas | West Central El Hereford, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3097 of 4,686 | #4227 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #34490 of 50,301 | #42728 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 464 | 331 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 331 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 32% |
| city | Hereford | Hereford |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aikman El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 23.4).
- •Aikman El does better on math proficiency (49% vs 32%).
- •Aikman El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 22%).
- •West Central El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.3% vs 84.3%).
- •West Central El does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 20.2).
- •Aikman El is the larger school with 464 students compared with 331.
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 West Central El?
On the Success Index (US), Aikman El ranks higher (36.2 vs 23.4 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 West Central El?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Hereford and Hereford in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aikman El: 464. West Central El: 331. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aikman El and West Central El rank in Texas?
Aikman El is 3097th of 4,686 and West Central El is 4227th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).