Alta Vista El vs University H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 904 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Vista El
Waco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
479 students
University H S
Waco · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,752 students
| Measure | Alta Vista El Waco, Texas | University H S Waco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4200 of 4,686 | #1127 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #42476 of 50,301 | #11832 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 479 | 1,752 |
| Enrollment | 479 | 1,752 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 83.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 45% |
| city | Waco | Waco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.6 vs 23.7).
- •University H S does better on math proficiency (45% vs 26%).
- •University H S does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •University H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.9% vs 90.4%).
- •University H S does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.5).
- •University H S is the larger school with 1,752 students compared with 479.
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 Alta Vista El better than University H S?
On the Success Index (US), University H S ranks higher (36.6 vs 23.7 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 Alta Vista El and University H S?
About 904 m in a straight line, between Waco and Waco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Vista El: 479. University H S: 1,752. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Vista El and University H S rank in Texas?
Alta Vista El is 4200th of 4,686 and University H S is 1127th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).