Community H S vs Mary Lou Dodson El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Community H S
Nevada · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,328 students
Mary Lou Dodson El
Lavon · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
626 students
| Measure | Community H S Nevada, Texas | Mary Lou Dodson El Lavon, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #877 of 1,419 | #2481 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9578 of 16,910 | #30238 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,328 | 626 |
| Enrollment | 1,328 | 626 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 58.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Nevada | Lavon |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Community H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 42.6).
- •Community H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 58.9%).
- •Mary Lou Dodson El does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 20.4).
- •Community H S is the larger school with 1,328 students compared with 626.
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 Community H S better than Mary Lou Dodson El?
On the Success Index (US), Community H S ranks higher (45.4 vs 42.6 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 Community H S and Mary Lou Dodson El?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Nevada and Lavon in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Community H S: 1,328. Mary Lou Dodson El: 626. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Community H S and Mary Lou Dodson El rank in Texas?
Community H S is 877th of 1,419 and Mary Lou Dodson El is 2481st of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).