Chavez H S vs Rucker El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chavez H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,857 students
Rucker El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
434 students
| Measure | Chavez H S Houston, Texas | Rucker El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1380 of 1,419 | #4162 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #15141 of 16,910 | #42092 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,857 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 1,857 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 38% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rucker El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.4 vs 20.8).
- •Rucker El does better on math proficiency (38% vs 25%).
- •Chavez H S does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Chavez H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.4% vs 94%).
- •Rucker El does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.0).
- •Chavez H S is the larger school with 1,857 students compared with 434.
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 Chavez H S better than Rucker El?
On the Success Index (US), Rucker El ranks higher (24.4 vs 20.8 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 Chavez H S and Rucker El?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chavez H S: 1,857. Rucker El: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chavez H S and Rucker El rank in Texas?
Chavez H S is 1380th of 1,419 and Rucker El is 4162nd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).