Andy Dekaney H S vs Nimitz H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Andy Dekaney H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,485 students
Nimitz H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,651 students
| Measure | Andy Dekaney H S Houston, Texas | Nimitz H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1413 of 1,419 | #1410 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #16257 of 16,910 | #16101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,485 | 2,651 |
| Enrollment | 2,485 | 2,651 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.7% | 78.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 7.5% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nimitz H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.7 vs 13.7).
- •Andy Dekaney H S does better on math proficiency (15% vs 7.5%).
- •Nimitz H S does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Nimitz H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.3% vs 79.7%).
- •Nimitz H S does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 19.0).
- •Nimitz H S is the larger school with 2,651 students compared with 2,485.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Andy Dekaney H S better than Nimitz H S?
On the Success Index (US), Nimitz H S ranks higher (14.7 vs 13.7 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 Andy Dekaney H S and Nimitz H S?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andy Dekaney H S: 2,485. Nimitz H S: 2,651. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andy Dekaney H S and Nimitz H S rank in Texas?
Andy Dekaney H S is 1413th of 1,419 and Nimitz H S is 1410th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).