Byron Nelson H S vs James M Steele Early College H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Byron Nelson H S
Trophy Club · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,969 students
James M Steele Early College H S
Roanoke · Public high · Grades 9–12
309 students
| Measure | Byron Nelson H S Trophy Club, Texas | James M Steele Early College H S Roanoke, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank | #219 of 1,419 | #89 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #3291 of 16,910 | #1683 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,969 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 2,969 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 69.5% |
| city | Trophy Club | Roanoke |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James M Steele Early College H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.3 vs 70.0).
- •James M Steele Early College H S does better on math proficiency (69.5% vs 65%).
- •James M Steele Early College H S does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 77%).
- •James M Steele Early College H S does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 18.8).
- •Byron Nelson H S is the larger school with 2,969 students compared with 309.
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 Byron Nelson H S better than James M Steele Early College H S?
On the Success Index (US), James M Steele Early College H S ranks higher (77.3 vs 70.0 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 Byron Nelson H S and James M Steele Early College H S?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Trophy Club and Roanoke in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Byron Nelson H S: 2,969. James M Steele Early College H S: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Byron Nelson H S and James M Steele Early College H S rank in Texas?
Byron Nelson H S is 219th of 1,419 and James M Steele Early College H S is 89th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).