Columbia H S vs La Vega H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 307 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia H S
West Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
885 students
La Vega H S
Waco · Public high · Grades 9–12
881 students
| Measure | Columbia H S West Columbia, Texas | La Vega H S Waco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1225 of 1,419 | #1363 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12950 of 16,910 | #14656 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 885 | 881 |
| Enrollment | 885 | 881 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 20% |
| city | West Columbia | Waco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 23.6).
- •Columbia H S does better on math proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Columbia H S does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Columbia H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 88.3%).
- •La Vega H S does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.8).
- •Columbia H S is the larger school with 885 students compared with 881.
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 Columbia H S better than La Vega H S?
On the Success Index (US), Columbia H S ranks higher (31.7 vs 23.6 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 Columbia H S and La Vega H S?
About 307 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Waco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia H S: 885. La Vega H S: 881. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia H S and La Vega H S rank in Texas?
Columbia H S is 1225th of 1,419 and La Vega H S is 1363rd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).