Calvin Nelms H S vs Mayde Creek H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calvin Nelms H S
Katy · Charter high · Grades 9–12
183 students
Mayde Creek H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,036 students
| Measure | Calvin Nelms H S Katy, Texas | Mayde Creek H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 1,419 | #622 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #3177 of 16,910 | #7349 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 183 | 3,036 |
| Enrollment | 183 | 3,036 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 76.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 74.5% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 64.5% | 67% |
| city | Katy | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calvin Nelms H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.5 vs 53.9).
- •Mayde Creek H S does better on math proficiency (67% vs 64.5%).
- •Calvin Nelms H S does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 54%).
- •Mayde Creek H S does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 18.3).
- •Mayde Creek H S is the larger school with 3,036 students compared with 183.
- •Calvin Nelms H S is a charter school while Mayde Creek H S is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Calvin Nelms H S better than Mayde Creek H S?
On the Success Index (US), Calvin Nelms H S ranks higher (70.5 vs 53.9 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 Calvin Nelms H S and Mayde Creek H S?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Katy and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calvin Nelms H S: 183. Mayde Creek H S: 3,036. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calvin Nelms H S and Mayde Creek H S rank in Texas?
Calvin Nelms H S is 213th of 1,419 and Mayde Creek H S is 622nd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).