Berkner H S vs Jess Harben El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berkner H S
Richardson · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,350 students
Jess Harben El
Richardson · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
394 students
| Measure | Berkner H S Richardson, Texas | Jess Harben El Richardson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #846 of 1,419 | #2022 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9303 of 16,910 | #26815 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 2,350 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 2,350 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.3% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| city | Richardson | Richardson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jess Harben El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.5 vs 46.5).
- •Jess Harben El does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Berkner H S does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 42%).
- •Berkner H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.3% vs 65%).
- •Jess Harben El does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.1).
- •Berkner H S is the larger school with 2,350 students compared with 394.
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 Berkner H S better than Jess Harben El?
On the Success Index (US), Jess Harben El ranks higher (47.5 vs 46.5 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 Berkner H S and Jess Harben El?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Richardson and Richardson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkner H S: 2,350. Jess Harben El: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkner H S and Jess Harben El rank in Texas?
Berkner H S is 846th of 1,419 and Jess Harben El is 2022nd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).