Akins Early College H S vs Menchaca El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Akins Early College H S
Austin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,421 students
Menchaca El
Manchaca · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
699 students
| Measure | Akins Early College H S Austin, Texas | Menchaca El Manchaca, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #705 of 1,419 | #1778 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #8063 of 16,910 | #24764 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,421 | 699 |
| Enrollment | 2,421 | 699 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 40% |
| city | Austin | Manchaca |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.2 vs 50.6).
- •Akins Early College H S does better on math proficiency (52% vs 40%).
- •Akins Early College H S does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 43%).
- •Menchaca El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 63.8%).
- •Menchaca El does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.7).
- •Akins Early College H S is the larger school with 2,421 students compared with 699.
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 Akins Early College H S better than Menchaca 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 Akins Early College H S and Menchaca El?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Austin and Manchaca in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Akins Early College H S: 2,421. Menchaca El: 699. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Akins Early College H S and Menchaca El rank in Texas?
Akins Early College H S is 705th of 1,419 and Menchaca El is 1778th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).