Alamo Heights H S vs Northwood El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alamo Heights H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,569 students
Northwood El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
303 students
| Measure | Alamo Heights H S San Antonio, Texas | Northwood El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 1,419 | #807 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #4158 of 16,910 | #13593 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,569 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 1,569 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.6% | 43.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 60% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (66.5 vs 66.8).
- •Northwood El does better on math proficiency (60% vs 38%).
- •Alamo Heights H S does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 57%).
- •Alamo Heights H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.6% vs 43.6%).
- •Northwood El does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 13.9).
- •Alamo Heights H S is the larger school with 1,569 students compared with 303.
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 Alamo Heights H S better than Northwood 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 Alamo Heights H S and Northwood El?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alamo Heights H S: 1,569. Northwood El: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alamo Heights H S and Northwood El rank in Texas?
Alamo Heights H S is 287th of 1,419 and Northwood El is 807th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).