Austin El vs Ball H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Austin El
Galveston · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
784 students
Ball H S
Galveston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,905 students
| Measure | Austin El Galveston, Texas | Ball H S Galveston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3908 of 4,686 | #1213 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #40007 of 50,301 | #12827 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 784 | 1,905 |
| Enrollment | 784 | 1,905 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 69.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 35% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Galveston | Galveston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ball H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 27.6).
- •Ball H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 95%).
- •Austin El does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.3).
- •Ball H S is the larger school with 1,905 students compared with 784.
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 Austin El better than Ball H S?
On the Success Index (US), Ball H S ranks higher (32.2 vs 27.6 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 Austin El and Ball H S?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Galveston and Galveston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Austin El: 784. Ball H S: 1,905. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Austin El and Ball H S rank in Texas?
Austin El is 3908th of 4,686 and Ball H S is 1213th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).