Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland vs McCallum H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland
Austin · Charter high · Grades 9–12
116 students
McCallum H S
Austin · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,897 students
| Measure | Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland Austin, Texas | McCallum H S Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #565 of 1,419 | #104 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #6855 of 16,910 | #1858 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 116 | 1,897 |
| Enrollment | 116 | 1,897 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCallum H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 55.7).
- •McCallum H S does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •McCallum H S does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 52%).
- •McCallum H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23% vs 69.8%).
- •Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 17.9).
- •McCallum H S is the larger school with 1,897 students compared with 116.
- •Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland is a charter school while McCallum 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 Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland better than McCallum H S?
On the Success Index (US), McCallum H S ranks higher (76.5 vs 55.7 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 Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland and McCallum H S?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland: 116. McCallum H S: 1,897. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland and McCallum H S rank in Texas?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S at Highland is 565th of 1,419 and McCallum H S is 104th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).