Athens H S vs Bel Air El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens H S
Athens · Public high · Grades 9–12
879 students
Bel Air El
Athens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
| Measure | Athens H S Athens, Texas | Bel Air El Athens, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1058 of 1,419 | #3522 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11233 of 16,910 | #37324 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 879 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 879 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.4% | 81.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 43% |
| city | Athens | Athens |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Athens H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 31.8).
- •Bel Air El does better on math proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •Athens H S does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Athens H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.4% vs 81.9%).
- •Athens H S does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 16.6).
- •Athens H S is the larger school with 879 students compared with 465.
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 Athens H S better than Bel Air El?
On the Success Index (US), Athens H S ranks higher (38.8 vs 31.8 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 Athens H S and Bel Air El?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Athens and Athens in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens H S: 879. Bel Air El: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens H S and Bel Air El rank in Texas?
Athens H S is 1058th of 1,419 and Bel Air El is 3522nd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).