Arnold El vs Whittier Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
633 students
Whittier Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
656 students
| Measure | Arnold El San Antonio, Texas | Whittier Middle San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4055 of 4,686 | #1411 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #41249 of 50,301 | #11757 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 633 | 656 |
| Enrollment | 633 | 656 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 38% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whittier Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.9 vs 25.7).
- •Arnold El does better on math proficiency (40% vs 38%).
- •Whittier Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 93.5%).
- •Whittier Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.7).
- •Whittier Middle is the larger school with 656 students compared with 633.
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 Arnold El better than Whittier Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Whittier Middle ranks higher (30.9 vs 25.7 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 Arnold El and Whittier Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold El: 633. Whittier Middle: 656. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold El and Whittier Middle rank in Texas?
Arnold El is 4055th of 4,686 and Whittier Middle is 1411th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).