Blackburn El vs North Forney H S
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.
Blackburn El
Forney · Public elementary · Grades K–4
662 students
North Forney H S
Forney · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,648 students
| Measure | Blackburn El Forney, Texas | North Forney H S Forney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1337 of 4,686 | #563 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #20500 of 50,301 | #6848 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 662 | 2,648 |
| Enrollment | 662 | 2,648 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.8% | 51.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 60% |
| city | Forney | Forney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.6 vs 55.8).
- •North Forney H S does better on math proficiency (60% vs 54%).
- •North Forney H S does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 50%).
- •Blackburn El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 51.9%).
- •Blackburn El does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.9).
- •North Forney H S is the larger school with 2,648 students compared with 662.
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 Blackburn El better than North Forney H S?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Blackburn El and North Forney H S?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Forney and Forney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackburn El: 662. North Forney H S: 2,648. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackburn El and North Forney H S rank in Texas?
Blackburn El is 1337th of 4,686 and North Forney H S is 563rd of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).