Austin El vs Harlingen H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 813 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Austin El
Harlingen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
295 students
Harlingen H S
Harlingen · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,433 students
| Measure | Austin El Harlingen, Texas | Harlingen H S Harlingen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2478 of 4,686 | #1234 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #30202 of 50,301 | #13020 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 295 | 2,433 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 2,433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.1% | 77.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | Harlingen | Harlingen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Austin El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 31.4).
- •Austin El does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Austin El does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •Harlingen H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.8% vs 87.1%).
- •Austin El does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.6).
- •Harlingen H S is the larger school with 2,433 students compared with 295.
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 Harlingen H S?
On the Success Index (US), Austin El ranks higher (42.6 vs 31.4 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 Harlingen H S?
About 813 m in a straight line, between Harlingen and Harlingen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Austin El: 295. Harlingen H S: 2,433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Austin El and Harlingen H S rank in Texas?
Austin El is 2478th of 4,686 and Harlingen H S is 1234th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).