Carnegie Vanguard H S vs Western Hills H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 384 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carnegie Vanguard H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
855 students
Western Hills H S
Fort Worth · Public high · Grades 9–12
854 students
| Measure | Carnegie Vanguard H S Houston, Texas | Western Hills H S Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 1,419 | #1265 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #1293 of 16,910 | #13329 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 855 | 854 |
| Enrollment | 855 | 854 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 38% |
| city | Houston | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carnegie Vanguard H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 30.1).
- •Carnegie Vanguard H S does better on math proficiency (95% vs 38%).
- •Carnegie Vanguard H S does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 20%).
- •Carnegie Vanguard H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 88.2%).
- •Western Hills H S does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 23.1).
- •Carnegie Vanguard H S is the larger school with 855 students compared with 854.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Carnegie Vanguard H S better than Western Hills H S?
On the Success Index (US), Carnegie Vanguard H S ranks higher (79.8 vs 30.1 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 Carnegie Vanguard H S and Western Hills H S?
About 384 km in a straight line, between Houston and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carnegie Vanguard H S: 855. Western Hills H S: 854. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carnegie Vanguard H S and Western Hills H S rank in Texas?
Carnegie Vanguard H S is 56th of 1,419 and Western Hills H S is 1265th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).