Aldine H S vs Thompson El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 886 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aldine H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,481 students
Thompson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
455 students
| Measure | Aldine H S Houston, Texas | Thompson El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1389 of 1,419 | #2149 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #15237 of 16,910 | #27875 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 2,481 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 2,481 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 66% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 20.1).
- •Thompson El does better on math proficiency (66% vs 27%).
- •Thompson El does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 12%).
- •Aldine H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 92.3%).
- •Thompson El does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.6).
- •Aldine H S is the larger school with 2,481 students compared with 455.
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 Aldine H S better than Thompson El?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson El ranks higher (46.1 vs 20.1 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 Aldine H S and Thompson El?
About 886 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aldine H S: 2,481. Thompson El: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aldine H S and Thompson El rank in Texas?
Aldine H S is 1389th of 1,419 and Thompson El is 2149th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).