Arlington H S vs Carter J H
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington H S
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,580 students
Carter J H
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 7–8
735 students
| Measure | Arlington H S Arlington, Texas | Carter J H Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #895 of 1,419 | #1363 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #9746 of 16,910 | #11466 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,580 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 2,580 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.9% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 39% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arlington H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 32.2).
- •Arlington H S does better on math proficiency (54% vs 39%).
- •Arlington H S does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 33%).
- •Arlington H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 92.8%).
- •Carter J H does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.3).
- •Arlington H S is the larger school with 2,580 students compared with 735.
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 Arlington H S better than Carter J H?
On the Success Index (US), Arlington H S ranks higher (44.7 vs 32.2 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 Arlington H S and Carter J H?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington H S: 2,580. Carter J H: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington H S and Carter J H rank in Texas?
Arlington H S is 895th of 1,419 and Carter J H is 1363rd of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).