Atherton El vs Sam Houston H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 822 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atherton El
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
474 students
Sam Houston H S
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,208 students
| Measure | Atherton El Arlington, Texas | Sam Houston H S Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3298 of 4,686 | #1259 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #35892 of 50,301 | #13276 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 474 | 3,208 |
| Enrollment | 474 | 3,208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 41% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Atherton El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.0 vs 30.3).
- •Atherton El does better on math proficiency (45% vs 41%).
- •Sam Houston H S does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Atherton El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.7% vs 89.9%).
- •Atherton El does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 16.2).
- •Sam Houston H S is the larger school with 3,208 students compared with 474.
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 Atherton El better than Sam Houston H S?
On the Success Index (US), Atherton El ranks higher (34.0 vs 30.3 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 Atherton El and Sam Houston H S?
About 822 m in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atherton El: 474. Sam Houston H S: 3,208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atherton El and Sam Houston H S rank in Texas?
Atherton El is 3298th of 4,686 and Sam Houston H S is 1259th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).